Trick-or-treat warning: Meth lollies still a risk, police say
Each 'lolly' is 3g of meth, or 300 doses.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromDrug Abuse
Police arrest 11, seize $18m in cannabis plants in Auckland criminal syndicate bust
The 11 arrested were all Vietnamese nationals who have since been deported.
Up to 260 hits in one canister: Inside Govt moves to crack down on nitrous oxide
Inhaling excessive amounts can cause neurological impairment, spinal injury, psychosis.
The meth warehouse, the beer, and the death of an innocent 21 year old
Michael Morrah sits down with Aiden Sagala’s family for an in-depth look at a case which shocked the nation. Video Dean Purcell / Alyse Wright / Carson Bluck
Pot's in pans: US pizzeria apologises for accidentally getting customers high
Dough was mistakenly made with cannabis oil and five customers needed emergency services.
Owner 'shocked' multimillion-dollar property at centre of cannabis bust
Police take away plants, light fixtures and air filters from two properties.
Hot-pink party drug proves deadly
The drug has made headlines after the death of Liam Payne and the arrest of P Diddy.
Massive cannabis bust at $3m homes in ritzy Auckland suburb
Police were visible from the street, taking away plants, light fixtures and air filters.
Police raid a massive commercial cannabis operation in Auckland
Police have raided a massive commercial cannabis operation at two locations in Orakei, Auckland. Video / NZME
R&V tragedy: Uni student's 2020 death 'tragic illustration’ of drug use dangers
Fletcher Wong was anxious and paranoid but his self-inflicted death wasn't intentional.
Liam Payne had taken ‘potent, hallucinatory’ drugs before death, police say
The former One Direction star was found dead in his Buenos Aires hotel room last week.
Olympic silver medallist pleads guilty to $200m cocaine smuggling attempt
An ex-champion kayaker has admitted a part in smuggling $200m worth of cocaine.
NSW man claims he killed mother with pot plant during drug withdrawal crisis
While the man admits to the killing, he says he did not intend to murder.
Meth lollies Halloween warning: Police urge extra vigilance in Auckland
'Vital the public are aware' of the danger. Each 'lolly' is 3g of meth, or 300 doses.
British clergyman dies during night of drug-fuelled sex with priest
The unnamed clergyman travelled to Belgium for a papal visit, according to reports.
'Nightmare is over': Top footballer celebrates after four-year doping ban slashed
French World Cup winner Paul Pogba is celebrating after a reduction of his four-year ban.
Manslaughter and meth: The man in the middle of two trials
The man who shot an unarmed man he thought had come to kill him, can now be named.
Clear link between ADHD and harmful drug use, new NZ report confirms
Failures in diagnosing and treating ADHD may be leading to significant drug harm in NZ.
Young men turning to illegal measures to enhance appearance
Men in their 20s say the pressure to look a certain way led to them using enhancing drugs.
How to quit drinking alcohol: Kiwi addiction experts’ advice for safe withdrawal
'We’ve got to assess people. It’s not just a case of, well, stop.'
'Worrying trend': ACC claims for nitrous oxide 'nangs'-related injuries spike in 2024
New figures show a sharp rise in ACC claims relating to nitrous oxide.
'Waste of a life': Heartbroken mum's warnings after son's preventable death
Speeding driver Raymond Tairua-Gray drowned after his unsafe car crashed into a creek.
Tech blackout: Methven has a 'meth' problem
Visitors keen to explore the town's 'natural highs' are coming up short.
Police drug operation Gambit snares suspect in Northland
A woman has been arrested in Northland for alleged cocaine offences in Waikato
Polkinghorne's lawyers possibly seeking discharge on meth possession
Polkinghorne is due to return to court in November on two meth-related charges.
Nang user claims he gets banned substance from neighbourhood bakery
Selling or using nitrous oxide to get high could lead to a jail sentence or hefty fines.
Auckland trio arrested after NZ's largest cocaine shipment bust
The cocaine was estimated to have a street value of $253.75 million.
'Terrifying': Northland man goes on alleged drug-induced rampage
Police say the incident was scary for both victims and the man's family.
Nang ban: Selling or using nitrous oxide to get high could lead to prison
The Government has announced urgent changes to the recreational use of nitrous oxide.
'Hurt': Steven Adler says he tried heroin to fit in with Guns N’ Roses bandmates
'The third time was the charm. I fell in love with it.'
Cannabis grower told police it was a shame he was caught as plants were "nearly ready"
Police found the plants after seeing light coming from an area with no obvious entrance.
Addiction debate: Is it a disease or a choice? Experts weigh in
New York Times: Should addiction be reclassified as a chronic brain disease?
Coca-Cola without 'Coca'? Indigenous beverage maker challenges trademark
It might be the world’s most recognisable brand. What would it be with only half the name?
Auckland man jailed over date rape drug seizure
He was also sentenced over an ingredient used to make methamphetamine.