Transport Minister Steven Joyce hints at tougher drink-driving laws, describing existing alcohol limits for drivers as "ridiculous".

A senior policeman stopped for erratic driving was so drunk he had to lean on his car for support, court papers say.

Police are prosecuting a company for allegedly supplying alcohol to minors at school after-balls.

Britain has the biggest drink problem among 13-year-olds in the Western world, according to a major study on child wellbeing published today.

Rangitoto College "blackmailed" and "bullied" students for knowledge of planned after-balls, parents say.

Parents may organise their own ball for Rangitoto students if the school cancels next year's ball.

New Zealand's biggest secondary school bans school balls after parents helped students to organise a boozy after-ball function.

Bars around the country could be breaking the law with promotions that encourage binge-drinking.

Alcohol abuse by young people is costing the country a fortune.

Outrageous Fortune actor Tammy 'Munter' Davis is outraged at his treatment by the media this week.

Being drunk in a public place should be made illegal and fines should be given, Law Commission president Sir Geoffrey Palmer tells politicians.

The endless cycle of hospital, court and prison for alcoholics costs too much and is helping no one, an advocate for the homeless says.