'Important player': Comanchero Jarome Fonua jailed for four years and six months
Covert Operation Nova netted 18 arrests. Today the gang's secretary was sentenced.
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Legalised cannabis fails by the slimmest of margins - how PM feels
PM says revealing her cannabis vote before polling day may not have led to a "yes" result.
Best of 2020: Leigh-Marama McLachlan: Good people smoke cannabis
Taking a punitive approach to cannabis does not work, writes Leigh-Marama McLachlan.
'Mr Big' boss of alleged 1-tonne drug syndicate extradited from Italy
Alleged drug boss arrested in Italy, now in Covid-19 prison isolation facing 94 charges.
'Reeferendum' up in smoke - but only 70k votes in it
The Electoral Commission has released the final results of the 2020 election today.
Helen Clark: A no vote won't deliver cannabis-free NZ
OPINION: The provisional result of cannabis referendum is disappointing.
Focus Live: Green MP Chloe Swarbrick reacts to referendum results
Green MP Chloe Swarbrick said she was proud of the "yes" campaign for cannabis legalisation. Video / Dean Purcell
Operation Cincinnati ecstasy ring bust
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The former PM and outspoken drug law reformer has lent her support to a bold new scheme.
Why we're still waiting for euthanasia, cannabis referendum results
It will be at least two weeks before voters find out the referendum results.
'Hope not dope': School principal's plea to parents before cannabis referendum
"It can never be okay for a young person to get 'stoned', 'wasted' or 'high'."
Covid-19: Gisborne meth use rocketed in lockdown
Use of methamphetamine was 'hard-out' during Covid 19 lockdown, health officials told.
Comment: I'm 80. I've never touched cannabis. And I've changed my mind on legalisation
In 1967 I changed my mind on another referendum, about six o'clock closing.
Cannabis result hinges on youth turnout - researcher
Pollster had thought the yes vote was "a lost cause", but is now revising his opinion.
Could this be NZ's new 'green zone' for cannabis cafes?
Where, when and how - so many questions unanswered.
Top medical experts on why they are urging a 'yes' vote in cannabis referendum
"A yes vote is a vote for health, not handcuffs."
'Legalise it': Sam Neill urges 'yes' in cannabis referendum
"NEW ZEALANDERS ! Kiwis everywhere! Make sure you vote in this vital election."
John Roughan: Legalisation sends completely the wrong message
OPINION: John Roughan on the lighter referendum.
Pharmacist who stole drugs to feed addiction has registration cancelled
The pharmacist said temptation got the better of him when he was caught stealing drugs.
Ross Bell: Why I believe Jacinda Ardern is a 'yes' voter on cannabis
Opinion: The Prime Minister is resolutely coy on her cannabis vote. Here's what I think.
Mega meth bust sentencing: Australian jailed over 109kg of concealed drugs
Defence: 'He has made a grave mistake, there is no doubt about it.'
Schapelle Corby opens up in rare interview
The convicted drug smuggler says she "doesn't care" what people think of her.
Reeferendum: Public Health Association throws weight behind 'yes' vote
"Prohibition not effective and in some cases is directly increasing harm and inequities."
Child to be discharged from hospital after consuming potent fantasy drug
The child was rushed to hospital after ingesting an illicit substance.
Cannabis referendum: 10 pros and cons of legalising drug
A guide to the main arguments for and against cannabis legalisation.
Man with huge, expensive drug habit jailed
The drug dealer's meth habit cost him about $3000 a day.
Cannabis referendum: Everything you need to know including why it has become political
Everything you need to know about the referendum to legalise cannabis for personal use.
Toxic warning: Deadly zombie-like drug in NZ again
Health teams extremely alarmed to see a deadly synthetic cannabis hit our shores again.
Your choice: Legal or illegal cannabis supply?
Comment: There's evidence that few people are put off using cannabis by its prohibition.
Big Read: How Dilworth historic abuse case was blown open
The Dilworth investigation started after an approach from a former student two years ago.
The Road Ahead: 'Cannabis users aren't degenerates - they're normal'
TOP candidate Abe Gray wants cannabis legalised; Act's Brooke van Velden backs euthanasia.
The Road Ahead: 'Cannabis users aren't degenerates - they're normal'
TOP candidate Abe Gray wants cannabis legalised; Act's Brooke van Velden backs euthanasia.