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Kronic craze spurs specialist dealer to open in central city

Even long-time owner of Hemp Store concerned by availability.

Quakes continue to hit Christchurch

Sizable aftershocks are continuing to shake Christchurch today, as the Prime Minister says authorities need time to sort out what parts of the city will be abandoned due to quake damage.

Spate of deaths hits mill town

13 youths from Kawerau have died suddenly in just 18 months, with "no rhyme or reason."

Nurse's affair with patient's husband

The patient, a mum of two, had a severe stroke which left her virtually unable to talk.

Scientists in dark on Kronic's ill effects

A top Govt scientist says there is an "appalling" lack of information about synthetic cannabis products.

Drug sold at dairies puts young man in mental unit

An anguished father wants substances such as Kronic synthetic cannabis banned.

Editorial: New synthetic drugs need proper control

Synthetic drug easy for kids to buy

15-year-old gets cannabis substitute 'as easily as an icecream' from dairy near city schools.

Health sector needs $564m just to stand still, says CTU

'Mother of the nation' lends voice to suicide prevention

Judy Bailey has spoken of her personal battle with depression as she fronts a new campaign.

Electronic cigarettes safer than tobacco, says ministry

Editorial: Drug-harm test signals end for party pills

Tobacco sales drop 10pc after tax rise

NZ, Aus energy drink guidelines to be reviewed

$54m Budget boost for new mums

A multi-million Government funding boost will give new mothers extra WellChild visits in the first months of their babies' lives, it was revealed today, which Plunket has welcomed as "vital" for creating a better society.

Patient, 94, hit with $80 bill