PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record highConsumption doubled in the second half of 2024, according to wastewater testing.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Action is needed urgently': NZ cocaine use hits record high, meth consumption doublesThe report showed cocaine consumption was at an all-time high.11 Dec 06:45 AM
New Zealand'Saturated meth market' as Mexican cartels cut prices, rise in drug sales on darknetConsumption of cocaine has noticeably increased in every region this year.20 Nov 08:27 PM
New ZealandThe meth warehouse, the beer, and the death of an innocent 21 year oldMichael 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 BluckWatch27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrug researcher believes Mexican cartels responsible for meth lolliesA 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.Watch15 Aug 02:07 AM
New ZealandFears meth lollies could be fatal and budget blowout | Focus Morning Bulletin August 15Fears meth lollies could be fatal, calls for accountability from the Reserve Bank and budget blowout at Ministry of Disabled People.Watch14 Aug 09:05 PM
CrimeMichael Morrah speaks to Angela Sagala following meth laced lollies found in AucklandAiden Sagala died after unknowingly drinking liquid methamphetamine. His sister, Angela Sagala, speaks to Michael Morrah after the discovery of meth-laced lollies in Auckland.Watch14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLollies distributed in food parcels contain "potentially lethal levels" of methAt 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.Watch14 Aug 04:23 AM
New ZealandAuckland City Mission finds ‘lethal levels’ of meth in donated lollies handed out in food parcelsMission says it received an 'alert of concern' this afternoon.13 Aug 08:11 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand on high alert as deadly 'new fentanyl' sweeps Europe/USDrug safety advocates are increasingly worried nitazenes will infiltrate New Zealand.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHighly potent synthetic opioid found in second fake tabletN-Desethyletonitazene has now been found in Tauranga, Drug Foundation offering free tests.09 May 01:54 AM
KahuCall for drug policy to include by Māori for Māori approach after report's revelationsNew drug report says Māori are three times more likely to OD than non-Māori.04 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Reducing drug harm means admitting for most of us drugs are harmlessThe importance of testing drugs and being honest with young people to reduce harm.11 Jul 06:30 PM
New Zealand'Worst fears come true': Why NZ is not ready for a fentanyl crisisLow doses of the life-saving antidote Naloxone are a worry, says NZ Drug Foundation.03 Jul 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: What we can learn from US opioid crisisMore than a million have died in the US from opioid overdoses, what can NZ do to stop it?01 Jul 08:34 AM
New ZealandDrug Foundation sets up testing pop-up as Fentanyl leaves 12 in hospitalClinics in both Wellington and Masterton will be open in the following days.28 Jun 01:20 AM
New ZealandPerson left in hospital after toxic chemical sold as recreational drugThe toxic chemical diethylene glycol is currently being sold in Auckland.24 Dec 08:05 AM
New ZealandDrug checking could save lives this summerESR is partnering with the Drug Foundation to reduce harm from illegal drugs this summer.22 Dec 03:48 AM
New ZealandPolice warn as new drug hits the sceneVery little is known about the drug, police and early-warning website warn.08 Dec 03:04 AM
New ZealandCoroner's warning: Man died day after honeymoon from mixing MDMA, alcoholThe level of MDMA and alcohol ultimately led to him suffering acute cardiac failure.13 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandSecond death from synthetic cannabis batch - warning of paralysis, seizuresDrug users in Taranaki urged to be cautious after two deaths and a hospitalisation.27 Jul 10:42 PM
New ZealandDrug-testing body wants $1m as MDMA use surgesDangerous chemicals are increasingly being found mixed into samples of MDMA.10 Jun 10:21 PM
New ZealandCoalition calls for repeal of drugs law, scrapping penaltiesCoalition calls for Government to put emphasis on health, not penalties for drug use.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice axe nationwide helicopter cannabis operationsFocus to change to drugs causing greater harm.19 Jan 06:43 PM
New ZealandInmates hospitalised after consuming hallucinogen grown at prisonThey'd earlier dared each other to eat worms, lick spiders and taste plants.27 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandDrug treatment provider flags '300 per cent increase' in referralsGovernment needs to work on drug law reform, the Drug Foundation says.09 Dec 12:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCould this be NZ's new 'green zone' for cannabis cafes?Where, when and how - so many questions unanswered.10 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandToxic warning: Deadly zombie-like drug in NZ againHealth teams extremely alarmed to see a deadly synthetic cannabis hit our shores again.22 Sep 06:55 AM
LifestyleHawkesby: Clearing the air about cannabis misinformationComment: Lack of balance in the debate about legalising recreational cannabis.06 Sep 06:30 PM
New ZealandMt Eden bus crash tragedy: Dad on drugs in crash which killed him, baby sonChris Tobin and his son, 16-month-old, Jack died after Tobin drove into the path of a bus.21 Aug 07:52 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBen Kepes: A bit of Forrest Gump common sense wouldn't go astrayThe estimated social cost from illicit drug use is $1.8 billion, writes Ben Kepes.04 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandLack of MDMA, meth: How Covid affected NZ's drug supplySome users had reported 'dirtier', less pure methamphetamine and increasing prices.02 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: We're being played for fools over the weed voteCOMMENT: Drug foundation should be transparent about funds.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCannabis referendum: Former PM urges Kiwis to vote 'yes'Referendums on cannabis and euthanasia will take place on September 19.01 Jun 05:00 PM
