New ZealandMultiple arrests after meth found in wastewater testingDrugs, weapons and cash were seized as part of the operation.11 Dec 07:15 AM
New ZealandPatient with schizophrenia who killed fellow mental health resident given compulsory treatment orderA psychiatrist's report said Logan Maru-Mohi posed a danger to others. 10 Dec 07:47 PM
CrimeNew World attack: Fork stabber named after meth experiment ends in 'nasty' rampageTwo judges have now denied his bids for permanent name suppression.09 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandCocaine worth nearly $16m seized from container at Port of TaurangaSome of the 1kg bricks were branded with a hamster wearing a crown. 08 Dec 03:26 AM
CrimePrimary school caretaker plied girl with LSD, had child sex abuse imagery on phoneHe targeted the 13-year-old after getting her number through her younger brother.07 Dec 09:59 PM
EntertainmentDoctor jailed for supplying ketamine to Friends star Matthew PerryFour others, including 'Ketamine Queen' Jasveen Sangha, await sentencing.04 Dec 01:15 AM
WorldFrench court jails woman for drugging daughter to deathInvestigators say Enea had ingested 10 times the safe dose of heart drug.03 Dec 09:09 PM
New ZealandDrug evidence against driver accused of killing four to be challenged at trialPolice allege Dante Lamont was over eight times the legal limit when the crash happened.03 Dec 03:21 AM
New Zealand'Addiction is savage, but there is always a way back': Far North meth fightAs most homes are on septic tanks, wastewater testing doesn't give true picture of use.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanadian teen sales rep accused of importing 15kg of meth to New Zealand appears in courtThe 19-year-old could face life imprisonment over the charge. 30 Nov 09:03 PM
New ZealandMan on parole caught providing fake urine sample for drug test"He provided a sample, but it was not human urine."28 Nov 04:38 AM
World'Goal line': Coach banned after posting cocaine menu in group chatAbout 400 coaches were part of the group used to arrange under-8s matches.27 Nov 01:23 AM
CrimeAppeal Court upholds Northland meth dealer’s jail termPolice linked Carlyn Anderson to nearly a kilogram of meth sold in two Northland towns.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSwipe right for drugs: The secret signals and emojis hidden on dating appsResearchers say emojis on dating profiles signal the drugs available: meth or cocaine.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Golf'Taken everything I own': Cop completes major golfing milestone weeks before he diesThe 58-year-old vowed to complete every 18-hole golf course in NZ amid a cancer diagnosis.22 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentNot so safe, not so lucky: Brit influencer Daniel Harper arrested'Danny Boy' boasts more than 100,000 followers for his chaotic, booze-fuelled videos.19 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandMan in court after Customs busts $3m meth in roller skate knee pads, art Customs intercepted 10 packages sent nationwide containing 10kg of meth.19 Nov 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe surprising new use for GLP-1s: Alcohol and drug addictionWashington Post: Weight-loss drugs may be a tool to help reduce drug and alcohol cravings.19 Nov 12:00 AM
OpinionJoseph Boden: Roadside drug testing rollout set to begin despite scientific doubtsOPINION: Police will start random saliva tests in Wellington from December.17 Nov 05:00 PM
Crime'I’ll get you too, b****’: Man threatened ex, caused $45k damage to historic house, injured police dogThis week, Jayden Wells shed tears as he was sent to prison on a variety of charges.16 Nov 02:48 AM
BoxingJoseph Parker denies wrongdoing after ‘adverse’ drug test result, vows to clear his nameThe boxer addressed the test in a social media post and called it a “real surprise”. 15 Nov 03:34 AM
World‘This is so bad’: Kmart under fire for ‘dangerous’ Marketplace itemThe product has since been removed from the retailer's recently launched website.14 Nov 07:24 AM
AucklandPolice confirm new roadside drug test device – and where it'll be rolled out firstThe Securetec DrugWipe 3 S can detect cannabis, methamphetamine, Ecstasy and cocaine.13 Nov 11:21 PM
New ZealandDrugged driver also drank bourbon while driving in lead-up to fatal crashDisqualified driver Carla Murray drove through a stop sign and into a truck's path.13 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New drug-driving testing regime welcome newsOPINION: The regime will go a long way towards making our roads safer.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Kissing excessively': Woman jailed for offences including indecency on Air NZ flightBronte LeLievre and Reuben Finn caused 'embarrassment and discomfort' to others on board.13 Nov 02:36 AM
PoliticsThe four drugs NZ drivers will soon be tested for 'Drug-impaired drivers are a menace on New Zealand roads'.11 Nov 12:06 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We should be doing more to tackle meth problemOPINION: Our meth problem is a sign of failing policies.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Crime'Good fortune no one was killed': Thief caused head-on crash after aiming stolen car at policeHakaraia Stanley was high on meth and ketamine when he led police on a 90min pursuit.09 Nov 06:00 AM
Politics'Scourge on our society': Government unveils major meth action planSecurity agencies will band together to find drugs, fight cartels – and heal communities.09 Nov 01:19 AM
New Zealand'Lost trust in humanity': Woman's perpetual fear after brutal attack in own homeThe 33-year-old man ingested half a gram of meth the night before the attack.07 Nov 06:00 AM
New Zealand$12m cocaine haul with designer packaging seized at Dunedin portThirty-five bricks of the Class-A drug were found hidden inside a refrigeration unit.07 Nov 02:34 AM
New ZealandTeen's day of fun ends in tragedy after 'huffing' from deodorant canFaith Wignall, 14, died after inhaling toxic butane gas.06 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘So avoidable’: Coroner’s warning after man's fatal decision costs him his lifeCoroner Ian Telford says it 'makes this situation all the more painful'.05 Nov 06:01 PM
