From meth addict to building apprentice: How a mother of two turned her life around
Bex Chapman hopes sharing her story can inspire others on the journey to recovery.
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Victory House: A rehab facility that reforms convicts through faith
'My time spent in the house taught me to be a better human being.'
Police make final decision on Matthew Perry's death
The LAPD has closed the investigation into the actor's sudden death.
'I was just so thankful': Hayley Holt on son Frankie’s final gift
Holt shared her harrowing journey with the Herald ahead of the release of her new book.
'I was made for more': Underage prostitute hooked on meth tells story of survival
Sitting in a cell surrounded by gang members, she knew something had to change.
NZ has an alcohol problem. But we only punish the ones who can't handle their booze
OPINION: The lines we draw around our drinking are far too blurry and far too wide.
'It's hard every day': Parents find hope in fundraiser after son died taking LSD
Parents say they'll "do anything to bring awareness" about safe drug taking.
How to plan ahead for a sober Christmas
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'My 6-year-old is addicted to YouTube. What should I do?'
OPINION: Greg Bruce discovers his 6-year-old has a social media problem.
‘I was a d***head on the piss’: Former drinkers get real about alcoholism
A silly season sobriety survival guide from people who've been there.
Victims tell of heartbreaking fallout after man burgles 36 homes
The 16-month crime spree across Whāngarei left a trail of shattered lives.
Woman attacked paramedic and teacher in front of students
The woman also rode a bicycle through group of primary students, shouting profanities.
Are social media detoxes really good for you? Here’s what the research says
Is a digital diet every now and then good for your mental health?
Student roulette: Online gambling by pupils at NZ secondary schools ‘concerning’
A Herald investigation revealed the extent of students' gambling during school hours.
Rob Rattenbury: Matthew Perry was a friend to us all
OPINION: All too often, we see shining bright stars fade away long before their time.
Matthew Perry’s ex doesn’t 'believe' he drowned
'There are a lot of things that aren’t adding up for me.'
Drunk firefighter crashed on way to callout
The volunteer firefighter was five times the legal limit when the accident occurred.
Five things we learned from the Robbie Williams doco
From his relationship with Geri Horner to an Ayda Field split and on-stage panic attack.
'I was way too young': What it’s like to be a recovering alcoholic in your 20s
Kiwi law school graduate and creator of the theatre show REHAB, on 'recovering loudly'.
Christchurch rehab centre gets residents growing
Mum of four goes from meth addict to horticultural journey.
What we know about Matthew Perry’s death
The Friends star was found in his LA home today.
Opinion: Is sex addiction real or just an excuse?
Sex addiction is often blamed by celebs for sex offences - but is it a genuine illness?
'My life will be doomed': Kiwi man set for deportation from Australia fears for his life
"I was used and abused by the gangs in NZ. My life will be doomed if I am sent back."
Balance Aotearoa to hold concert for mental health awareness
It's hoped the concert will provide a sense of community.
Increase in access and dropping prices of meth and cannabis a worry, study finds
Worry over the availability and declining prices of meth and cannabis in Northland.
Bradley Cooper reveals why he feels 'very lucky to be alive'
The star says his struggles were not brought on by fame.
'Too scared to go to the toilet': Students intimidated by vapers taking over bathrooms
It comes as new vaping rules came into place this month.
Doctor caught drunk behind the wheel of his Jaguar, racks up fourth conviction
The GP fell off the wagon following news of a family tragedy. He is now on home detention.
Recidivist drink-drivers appear in Dannevirke court
"If you come back to court for drink-driving, bring your toothbrush."
Police informant headed to prison after admitting 5 bank robberies to feed addiction
The man from New Mexico robbed one of the banks two times.
‘Socially irresponsible’: TVNZ sorry for airing beer ad during documentary on alcohol harm
The broadcaster said the ad placement was a mistake.