New ZealandDrink-driver took cans of alcohol out of wreck where woman lay deadHigh Court judge dismisses appeal to reduce sentence following fatal crash.07 Nov 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: What’s the buzz about alcoholic lemonade?Young entrepreneurs say their honey-derived brew can add twist to classic Kiwi summer.05 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSecurity firm changes locks of ‘VIP’ Auckland nightclub after it allegedly fails to pay bouncersThe club intends to challenge the liquidation.05 Nov 02:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinion'I was way too young': What it’s like to be a recovering alcoholic in your 20sKiwi law school graduate and creator of the theatre show REHAB, on 'recovering loudly'.02 Nov 07:18 PM
Rugby World CupRugby and pies: The hottest Paris bar to be in this weekendThe Black Sheep Society is expecting up to 200 fans on game night.24 Oct 07:36 PM
TravelDo you dare try Bali's potent national drink?Bali's must-try ancient spirit is making a comeback but it's not for the faint-hearted.14 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandDrink-driving police officer denied discharge without convictionCop did the right things after crash, but the offending was serious, judge says.12 Oct 02:49 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeA ‘nonsense’ sentence: Judge slams community detentionThe judge also questioned the validity of some aspects of cultural reports.10 Oct 10:15 PM
New ZealandRoger Tuivasa-Sheck pleads guilty to drink-driving'He is taking it on the chin,' the former All Black's lawyer said in court.03 Oct 09:39 PM
New Zealand'Disproportionate response': Supermarkets appeal restrictions on morning alcohol salesThe revised policy aims to align trading hours across the Eastern Bay.27 Sep 01:31 AM
New Zealand'Your theatrics get you nowhere': Ex-Insta model back in courtHannah Pierson said she tried to get help but was 'unheard and misunderstood'.25 Sep 10:20 PM
New Zealand‘Our boy was really lost’: Mum’s scare after son’s drink-driving crashAt the time, the drink-driver didn't care about anything - but his mindset has changed.25 Sep 04:00 AM
New Zealand'I have drunk 18 Coronas': Dunedin teen driver charged with excess breath alcoholDunedin police had another busy weekend, dealing with drink drivers.24 Sep 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelHow to experience aperitivo like a true MilaneseNew York Times: In Milan, giving the Aperitivo a new twist.07 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandEarly-morning drink-drivers nabbed outside primary school, one had kids in carAuckland police are disappointed with the offending, saying 'don't risk your life'.04 Sep 02:47 AM
WorldHeineken sells its Russian operations for 1 euroHeineken said it would incur a total loss of 300 million euros.26 Aug 01:22 AM
New ZealandBar owner warns agencies will 'kill Courtenay Place'Greig Wilson said social housing in the city was the real problem.21 Aug 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Haemorrhaging': Popular bar loses up to $100k because it can't sell boozeThe business suffered a 'shock-horror moment' after losing its liquor licence.17 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion | Hoopla on dangers of moderate drinking is prematureOPINION: 'So, a new study has refuted decades of research? Hold my drink while I explain.'13 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandCultural report details upbringing of ‘national shame’Tony Papuni's rampage ended when he climbed a tree in an attempt to hide from police.09 Aug 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingAlcohol tax hits Auckland gin business, liquidators called inLowered demand and an increase in the alcohol excise tax have hit profit margins.02 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash Rate'Not So Orr-Some': Brewery markets beer poking fun at Reserve Bank GovernorBehemoth Brewery makes monetary policy mainstream.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBeleaguered Eskdale brewery bounces back from GabrielleThe embattled brewery's core range is back in stock.21 Jul 12:47 AM
Lifestyle‘Functioning alcoholics’: Aussie couple's admission stuns internetA couple has made a shocking confession about how much they drink each week.16 Jul 06:22 AM
New ZealandDoctor crashed into motorist after driving drunk on wrong side of the roadHe did not check to see if anyone was injured.04 Jul 05:27 AM
New ZealandFocus: More people turning to alcohol-free drinksAn Otago University study has revealed alcohol to be the most harmful drug in New Zealand, but Kiwi's drinking habits may be changing. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Jul 12:17 AM
New ZealandAddiction counsellor escapes conviction for drink drivingDays later, he appeared on TV talking about being free from addiction.03 Jul 11:11 PM
New ZealandThe world’s oldest single malt whisky: Macallan's 'The Reach'Macallan's 'The Reach' was laid down in the dark days of WW2 and worth hundreds of thousands. Video / Daniel HutchinsonWatch03 Jul 10:09 PM
New ZealandPolice concerned about drink-drivers after testing blitz reveals 16 motorists over limit'Expect to see us anywhere, anytime,' say cops as they send a warning to drink-drivers.03 Jul 05:54 AM
Lifestyle‘I’m an alcoholic in recovery and I’ve realised booze isn’t the problem – it’s me’OPINION: There is something priggish and puritanical about decrying all use of alcohol.12 Jun 08:43 PM
New ZealandBottled up: Teens drinking less and staying home more'I've got better things to do than party,' one student said.24 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Liquor sales decision increases heat on supermarketsAnalysis: Top court had little trouble distilling views on damage from 11pm booze sales.14 May 03:00 AM
PoliticsGovernment to change law so bars can open for Rugby World CupSimilar amendments were made for the 2015 and 2019 tournaments.09 May 05:00 PM
