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The 200m drive for smokes that led to a man's 7th drink-driving conviction
'Alcohol is not for everyone, and perhaps it’s not for you,' says the judge at sentencing.
'The silent killer': Heart Foundation's urgent blood pressure push
High blood pressure contributes to 4000 cardiovascular deaths yearly in NZ.
Prison hunger strike: Dean Wickliffe hospitalised, parole hearing moved forward
Wickliffe's parole board hearing has been brought forward due to his declining health.
‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record high
Consumption doubled in the second half of 2024, according to wastewater testing.
'Action is needed urgently': NZ cocaine use hits record high, meth consumption doubles
The report showed cocaine consumption was at an all-time high.
'Saturated meth market' as Mexican cartels cut prices, rise in drug sales on darknet
Consumption of cocaine has noticeably increased in every region this year.
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
Drug researcher believes Mexican cartels responsible for meth lollies
A leading drug researcher believes it’s likely there are more meth-laced lollies in the community, but is confident the delivery to Auckland City Mission was unintentional.
Fears meth lollies could be fatal and budget blowout | Focus Morning Bulletin August 15
Fears meth lollies could be fatal, calls for accountability from the Reserve Bank and budget blowout at Ministry of Disabled People.
Michael Morrah speaks to Angela Sagala following meth laced lollies found in Auckland
Aiden Sagala died after unknowingly drinking liquid methamphetamine. His sister, Angela Sagala, speaks to Michael Morrah after the discovery of meth-laced lollies in Auckland.
Lollies distributed in food parcels contain "potentially lethal levels" of meth
At least three people have so far needed medical attention after lollies found to contain 3 grams of methamphetamine were donated to, then distributed by the Auckland City Mission.
Auckland City Mission finds ‘lethal levels’ of meth in donated lollies handed out in food parcels
Mission says it received an 'alert of concern' this afternoon.
New Zealand on high alert as deadly 'new fentanyl' sweeps Europe/US
Drug safety advocates are increasingly worried nitazenes will infiltrate New Zealand.
Highly potent synthetic opioid found in second fake tablet
N-Desethyletonitazene has now been found in Tauranga, Drug Foundation offering free tests.
Call for drug policy to include by Māori for Māori approach after report's revelations
New drug report says Māori are three times more likely to OD than non-Māori.
Local Focus: Reducing drug harm means admitting for most of us drugs are harmless
The importance of testing drugs and being honest with young people to reduce harm.
'Worst fears come true': Why NZ is not ready for a fentanyl crisis
Low doses of the life-saving antidote Naloxone are a worry, says NZ Drug Foundation.
Analysis: What we can learn from US opioid crisis
More than a million have died in the US from opioid overdoses, what can NZ do to stop it?
Drug Foundation sets up testing pop-up as Fentanyl leaves 12 in hospital
Clinics in both Wellington and Masterton will be open in the following days.
Person left in hospital after toxic chemical sold as recreational drug
The toxic chemical diethylene glycol is currently being sold in Auckland.
Drug checking could save lives this summer
ESR is partnering with the Drug Foundation to reduce harm from illegal drugs this summer.
Police warn as new drug hits the scene
Very little is known about the drug, police and early-warning website warn.
Coroner's warning: Man died day after honeymoon from mixing MDMA, alcohol
The level of MDMA and alcohol ultimately led to him suffering acute cardiac failure.
Second death from synthetic cannabis batch - warning of paralysis, seizures
Drug users in Taranaki urged to be cautious after two deaths and a hospitalisation.
Drug-testing body wants $1m as MDMA use surges
Dangerous chemicals are increasingly being found mixed into samples of MDMA.
Coalition calls for repeal of drugs law, scrapping penalties
Coalition calls for Government to put emphasis on health, not penalties for drug use.
Police axe nationwide helicopter cannabis operations
Focus to change to drugs causing greater harm.