CrimeMan in $200k drug plot claims he was under sway of violent older womanDillon Havill imported the drugs inside packages of nuts and British confectionery.23 Apr 08:55 PM
PremiumWorldThese salmon got high on cocaine. That wasn’t the craziest partNew York Times: As it turns out, fish do indeed get wired when on cocaine.22 Apr 01:43 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'White-collar drug': Why this region is NZ's cocaine hotspotIt comes as the country hits a record high for the drug’s consumption.18 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandPressure on health services as cocaine use doubles in Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne05 Apr 06:00 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYPanel discussion with Carmen Parahi and Paul Spoonley | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch23 Mar 07:31 PM
PremiumPoliticsShould we be alarmed? Latest survey data shows cheaper MDMA, rising ketamine in party drug scene18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrug mule used alias 'Ben Dover' to retrieve 26kg of cocaine from shipping containers10 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Blood vendetta’: Inside the Sydney underworld feud that felled ex-Kiwis star Matt UtaiCompetition is hot for the city's $6b annual illicit drug trade24 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Vital and trusted cog': Kiwi jailed for 26 years over 800kg cocaine plotMan, 31, 'highly likely' to be deported after his release, court heard.24 Feb 03:00 AM
WorldMexico deploys 10,000 troops to end violence over drug lord’s deathThe raid left at least 25 National Guard members and 32 others dead nationwide.23 Feb 05:26 PM
WorldFrench authorities seize 2.4 tonnes of cocaine from Pacific vesselOver the past month, France has seized nearly 12 tonnes of cocaine around Polynesia.15 Feb 02:45 AM
New Zealand'One of the main guys': Comancheros treasurer jailed over drug ringJustice Jonathan Eaton said gang loyalty, not addiction, drove his offending.10 Feb 12:39 AM
World'Bad Boy,' 'Little Pablo' and Mordisco: The men on a US-Colombia hitlistColombia produces about 70% of the world’s cocaine, and the US is the largest consumer.05 Feb 04:13 AM
WorldFrench Navy seizes over four tonnes of cocaine in South PacificThe Navy seized almost five tonnes of cocaine, believed headed for Australia last month.05 Feb 03:06 AM
New ZealandSecurity guard caught trying to sell 'cocaine' on Instagram video while in uniform Chavez Stewart later claimed the powder was flour and Panadol.01 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandIsraeli cocaine plot ‘foot soldiers’ get jail discounts over Hamas attack traumaThe Crown questioned the 'causative link' between terror attacks and drug smuggling. 30 Jan 09:00 PM
WorldOlympic snowboarder turned drug lord ‘captured by FBI’The ex-Olympian is accused of moving about 60 US tonnes of cocaine a year.23 Jan 09:27 PM
WorldFrench Navy seizes five tonnes of cocaine from ship in South PacificThe ship from Central America, was found on January 16, a French Polynesia official said.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrice of meth in NZ dropped to new low in 2025, cocaine market growing according to new researchMeth used to be $1000 a gram. Now it's only $283 in Auckland. 18 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldMan jailed 12 years for stabbing stranger on train with smashed bottleThe victim lost 40% of his blood and suffered heart and lung injuries in crazed attack.15 Jan 04:00 AM
WorldFormer French police officers face jail for cocaine schemeA total of 9kg of the drug was replaced with sugar paste.12 Jan 08:41 PM
New ZealandBoxing Day bust: $6.5m cocaine and meth haul seized at portCustoms officers seize 18kg of cocaine and meth at the Port of Tauranga. 09 Jan 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘Persistent and increasing’: Drug cartels zero in on Tauranga port supply chainCocaine and meth seizures at Tauranga port topped almost $1 billion in under four years.05 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's cocaine capital revealed: New data show the drug's use continues to soarCocaine consumption by Kiwis has jumped over the past 2-3 years. 15 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAkl police custody officer escapes conviction for cocaine possession, resigns from forceThe judge ruled the man would face 'consequences' from a criminal conviction.13 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeInmate who shot stranger in the head has jail time extended after cocaine smuggled insideRussell Toleafoa tried to smuggle cocaine and other drugs into Pāremoremo prison.13 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandCocaine worth nearly $16m seized from container at Port of TaurangaSome of the 1kg bricks were branded with a hamster wearing a crown. 08 Dec 03:26 AM
WorldStrike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills four: US militaryThe US says the boat was run by a designated terrorist organisation.05 Dec 01:08 AM
World'Goal line': Coach banned after posting cocaine menu in group chatAbout 400 coaches were part of the group used to arrange under-8s matches.27 Nov 01:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSwipe right for drugs: The secret signals and emojis hidden on dating appsResearchers say emojis on dating profiles signal the drugs available: meth or cocaine.22 Nov 04:00 PM
