New ZealandResidents fear more alcohol-related harm if liquor licence approvedThe applicant says he would not harm the community and only wishes to be part of it.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I live in constant fear of death': Fatal crash victim's sister describes ongoing traumaThe repeat drink-driver who killed her brother has now been sent to jail.21 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: A spreadsheet Govt with little humanity; bring back traffic copsOPINION: 'That is the only way this Government is going to lower the crime rate.'20 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: The win for local communities in the battle over boozeOPINION: Locals should be the ones to decide on restricting alcohol sales.18 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow much alcohol should you be drinking in your 50s?Telegraph: Here’s how to know if your alcohol consumption is affecting your health.16 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandMayor's son says drink-driving was 'bad judgment'The driver says a poor decision was made.13 Aug 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleOlder adults do not benefit from moderate drinking, large study findsNew York Times: New study debunks heart health benefits of light alcohol consumption.12 Aug 10:13 PM
Lifestyle'Good for our whole industry': Sawmill Brewery's history-making winSmall Matakana brewery wins big at the NZ Brewers Guild Beer Awards.07 Aug 05:52 AM
New Zealand'She just wanted to go home to her baby': Father describes daughter's last moments before fatal hit and runJason Tuitama told police: 'I know I shouldn't have driven; I've drunk too much.'01 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'I blamed my demotion on brain fog – but my drinking was the problem'Telegraph: How one woman was forced to look at her relationship with alcohol.30 Jul 09:27 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeHeineken blames weather after beer sales disappointFinancial Times: World’s second-largest brewer pushed into net loss.29 Jul 07:16 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: I went to court. I got schooled.OPINION: So unusual was this court that I wondered if I was, in fact, on drugs.21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrink-driver tries to escape charge due to officer’s ‘mere presence’ while considering blood testHe claimed his 10 min to consider a blood test was interrupted by the officer next to him.16 Jul 08:00 AM
LifestyleNot tonight: Study explores reasons young adults choose not to drinkA recent study sheds light on why the younger generation turns down alcohol.15 Jul 05:49 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleReady for Friday drinks? Here's what you need to know about alcohol metabolismTelegraph: How long it takes to sober up depends on multiple factors, from age to genetics12 Jul 01:05 AM
OpinionWhat my daughter said to make me give up wine for goodAnnabel Jones found some unforeseen benefits in her relationships after ditching alcohol.11 Jul 05:24 AM
New ZealandRugby club applies to renew liquor licence after patron jailed for fatal hit-and-runJason Tuitama told police: 'I know I shouldn't have driven; I've drunk too much.'08 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelThe NZ wine region with vineyards to rival BurgundyThis revered wine region produces pinot noir considered among the finest in the world.07 Jul 12:20 AM
LifestyleCancer deaths are down, so why does cancer scare us so much?Cancerphobia is as strong as ever, experts say, even as mortality falls.06 Jul 10:59 PM
New ZealandAuckland truck driver found seven times over alcohol limit: 'Scraping the wall'The driver was described to be struggling to stay in his lane.05 Jul 06:18 AM
New ZealandDry July begins: How we can curb alcohol harm in New ZealandReform could be on the cards as the Government reveals five new health targets.01 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDry July: 7 stories to help change your relationship with alcoholExpert advice and real-life reads to help inspire your Dry July.01 Jul 03:00 AM
LifestyleHow long does it really take to sober up?Gareth Davies attempted to sober up after binge drinking with an alcohol monitor attached.29 Jun 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGiving up drinking: Sarah Frizzell on near-death and rehabSarah Frizzell tried drinking herself to death and nearly lost her marriage.28 Jun 11:15 PM
LifestyleAre these Auckland's best neighbourhood pubs?Looking for a place to perch up with a pint? Here are 15 of the best in Tāmaki Makaurau.25 Jun 05:00 AM
LifestyleWhat you should – and shouldn’t – do two hours before you want to sleepFrom doomscrolling to drinking an extra glass of wine, what wrecks our sleep?23 Jun 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Ponsonby party zone out of control; boot camps keep public safeOPINION: 'Council and the Waitematā Local Board are tone-deaf to residents' concerns.'18 Jun 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'I was an alcoholic - then my son said something that changed my life'A father shares two sentences from his son that hit him 'like a tonne of bricks'.17 Jun 12:40 AM
LifestyleThe 10 health benefits of giving up alcoholWith Dry July coming up, here's why going dry will improve many aspects of your life.16 Jun 02:16 AM
New Zealand'Severe social anxiety': Tory Whanau wants to become autism and ADHD advocate after diagnosisShe said there was a direct link between her alcohol addiction and her autism and ADHD.09 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandDentist hit by drink-driver metres from his door describes 'huge toll''My next memory was waking up on the road in a haze with blood running down my face.'04 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeMan recalls moment partner opened door on motorway and fell to her deathProsecution says kidnap and manslaughter accused is suffering selective amnesia.04 Jun 02:46 AM
New Zealand12-year high: The region catching 50+ drink drivers a weekPolice are shocked by how severely intoxicated some drivers are.03 Jun 05:05 PM
LifestyleMaking these midlife lifestyle changes could prevent dementiaMidlife is proving a key period where intervention could prevent almost half of all cases.02 Jun 02:41 AM
