Not tonight: Study explores reasons young adults choose not to drink
A recent study sheds light on why the younger generation turns down alcohol.
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12-year high: The region catching 50+ drink drivers a week
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Anna's daughter's innocent question led her to quit alcohol for good.
Migrant's resident visa arrived days after being killed by repeat drink-driver
Jack Halliday had about 10 after-work drinks and then got behind the wheel.
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Debate heats up over alcohol licence limits near Gisborne schools
The policies aim to reduce Gisborne’s high density of alcohol outlets.
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Ever since a fun, silly night last weekend, people have been asking whether I’m okay.
I’m sober, he’s a drinker, and it’s damaging our relationship
Mismatched drinking habits can cause great frustration. How do you get out of the rut?
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