New ZealandRoadside drug-testing starts today – what you need to knowThe police will launch the new testing criteria from today across the Wellington region.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: The moment sports star stopped at Australian border, detained for 8 hours then sent packingThe former Kiwis international posted about his failed attempt to travel across the Ditch.14 Dec 06:42 AM
CrimeBus driver quits, another strangled: 501 jailed for attacks during psychotic meth spiralDuring one attack, Carl Leu said he was hearing voices and thought he was trapped.14 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAkl police custody officer escapes conviction for cocaine possession, resigns from forceThe judge ruled the man would face 'consequences' from a criminal conviction.13 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeInmate who shot stranger in the head has jail time extended after cocaine smuggled insideRussell Toleafoa tried to smuggle cocaine and other drugs into Pāremoremo prison.13 Dec 05:00 AM
CrimeRecidivist meth cook loses appeal over restrictive gun ban after clan lab raidSimon McCaulay didn't dispute his prison sentence - just the firearms order. 12 Dec 04:00 AM
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
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
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
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
