New ZealandLeaked paper reveals Govt's alcohol reform U-turnMinister McKee expressed disappointment over the leaked Cabinet paper.05 Aug 06:35 PM
New ZealandDunedin pub hit with booze ban after 'premium ham' and lawnmower giveaway promotionA Christmas drinks promo has landed The Kensington in Dunedin a brief alcohol suspension.04 Aug 11:10 PM
New ZealandAuckland supermarkets and liquor stores under fire for selling high-strength beersThe products are being sold as singles and range from 7% to 16% ABV.24 Jul 11:01 PM
New ZealandVilla Maria adds cancer warnings to wines sold in IrelandLabels state there’s a direct link between alcohol and fatal cancers.17 Jul 07:05 PM
New Zealand'I was going through a lot': Security guard who assaulted Uber driver keeps licenceLeon Saufoi assaulted a driver who refused to transport him and his drunk mates.15 Jul 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Couldn't even walk': Hospo staff foil legless drunk driver who blew six times legal limitPolice are praising quick-thinking staff who hatched a plan to stop the man driving off. 04 Jul 07:20 AM
New ZealandHealth Ministry manager 'way too friendly' with alcohol lobbyAlcohol lobbyists gave input on FASD plans, with some submissions fully redacted.29 Jun 08:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMan's death after surgery: Private hospital changes policy over prescribing alcoholThe late TV producer's fiancée claims prescription “far out of touch with best practice”.27 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldHemp bevs: US states crack down on cannabis drink crazeStates are banning intoxicating cannabis drinks due to rising popularity.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandKiwis demand harsher penalties for drink-drivers, survey showsFifty-nine per cent want heavier fines for drunk and disorderly behaviour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Really nasty substance': Why no type of alcohol is safeNew York Times: Are any types of alcohol less risky than others?29 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'The silent killer': Heart Foundation's urgent blood pressure pushHigh blood pressure contributes to 4000 cardiovascular deaths yearly in NZ.11 May 08:11 PM
TravelTravel debate: Should you drink alcohol on flights?The decision about drinking on a plane is a personal one, but here's what to consider.05 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandNobody puts Napier in a corner: Councillors stop plan to close nightclubs early'How are young ones going to learn about the world sitting at home playing Playstation?'01 May 02:37 AM
LifestyleGary Oldman reflects on 'destructive' behaviour during film with Demi MooreOldman apologised to Moore for being unprofessional while filming.30 Apr 02:47 AM
New Zealand'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM
Entertainment‘We’re traumatised’: 1990s pop group open up on fame’s mental tollThe quintet reunited for the first time since their 2001 split.16 Mar 11:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBanning teens from bars: Is it discerning or discriminatory?Market St Bar in Napier doesn't let in teens after 9pm for safety reasons.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGiving up drinking: Sarah Frizzell on near-death and rehabSarah Frizzell tried drinking herself to death and nearly lost her marriage.31 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSober in your 20s: Why some young Kiwis are saying no to alcoholWhat it's like to quit alcohol in a country with a culture of binge drinking.28 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuCouncil's alcohol policy targets harm in 23 high-crime suburbsHealth advocates praise Auckland's new policy, aiming to curb alcohol-related harm.09 Dec 08:56 PM
New Zealand‘A sobering moment’: Bee Lemonade admit giving 350 litres of free booze to student party a mistakeCompany founders accused of breaching the Sales and Supply of Alcohol Act.11 Oct 03:30 AM
New Zealand'History of harm': Relief as liquor store application withdrawnA hearing was scheduled to take place this month.01 Oct 10:42 PM
KahuResearch puts Māori experiences with alcohol harm at the forefront'We just said to them ‘Tell us your stories, you’ve grown up with it, you’ve seen it’.01 Oct 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGiving up drinking: Sarah Frizzell on near-death and rehabSarah Frizzell tried drinking herself to death and nearly lost her marriage.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandClaims alcohol-harm boss told conference he's 'like a battered wife'A person who attended told the Herald they were "horrified" by the comment.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How ethical are your KiwiSaver investments?OPINION: KiwiSaver funds have quietly invested in industries that cause significant harm.24 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: A decade of legal battles to reform Auckland's alcohol policyOPINION: The policy includes vital provisions to restrict proliferation of bottle stores.13 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleNot tonight: Study explores reasons young adults choose not to drinkA recent study sheds light on why the younger generation turns down alcohol.15 Jul 05:49 AM
KahuBeer brand using Māori images 'highly offensive'Brewery slammed by cultural advisor for its use of Māori images.04 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGiving up drinking: Sarah Frizzell on near-death and rehabSarah Frizzell tried drinking herself to death and nearly lost her marriage.28 Jun 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSarah Frizzell on near-death and rehabTwo years ago, Sarah Frizzell faced nearly losing everything. Now, she reflects on what went wrong and how she managed to overcome it all. Video / Dean PurcellWatch28 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuVeteran alcohol harm reduction campaigner’s message for non-Māori organisationsRāwiri Ratū urges non-Māori organisations who receive booze funding to give it back03 Jun 09:27 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAlcohol guide: Risks, benefits and its effect on your brainKiwis regularly exceed the recommended alcohol guidelines. What does this mean for health?25 May 09:00 PM
