CrimePolkinghorne's blame game backfires as he returns to court after murder acquittalJudge: There was no evidence at trial suggesting Pauline Hanna purchased or used meth.31 Oct 10:40 PM
CrimePolkinghorne sentenced to 150 hours of community work for meth useThe surgeon sought to downplay his P usage, but it was a centrepiece of the Crown case.31 Oct 08:54 PM
New ZealandNZ woman allegedly tried to smuggle 52kg of meth labelled as tea into SydneyAustralian Border Force officers allegedly detected drugs in 52 packages.31 Oct 01:17 AM
New ZealandTrick-or-treat warning: Meth lollies still a risk, police sayEach 'lolly' is 3g of meth, or 300 doses.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest 11, seize $18m in cannabis plants in Auckland criminal syndicate bustThe 11 arrested were all Vietnamese nationals who have since been deported.30 Oct 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisDerek ChengUp to 260 hits in one canister: Inside Govt moves to crack down on nitrous oxideInhaling excessive amounts can cause neurological impairment, spinal injury, psychosis.28 Oct 05:38 PM
New ZealandThe meth warehouse, the beer, and the death of an innocent 21 year oldMichael Morrah sits down with Aiden Sagala’s family for an in-depth look at a case which shocked the nation. Video Dean Purcell / Alyse Wright / Carson BluckWatch27 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldPot's in pans: US pizzeria apologises for accidentally getting customers highDough was mistakenly made with cannabis oil and five customers needed emergency services.27 Oct 04:04 AM
New ZealandOwner 'shocked' multimillion-dollar property at centre of cannabis bustPolice take away plants, light fixtures and air filters from two properties.23 Oct 11:19 PM
WorldHot-pink party drug proves deadlyThe drug has made headlines after the death of Liam Payne and the arrest of P Diddy.22 Oct 11:33 PM
New ZealandMassive cannabis bust at $3m homes in ritzy Auckland suburbPolice were visible from the street, taking away plants, light fixtures and air filters.22 Oct 12:29 AM
CrimePolice raid a massive commercial cannabis operation in AucklandPolice have raided a massive commercial cannabis operation at two locations in Orakei, Auckland. Video / NZMEWatch21 Oct 10:53 PM
New ZealandR&V tragedy: Uni student's 2020 death 'tragic illustration’ of drug use dangersFletcher Wong was anxious and paranoid but his self-inflicted death wasn't intentional.21 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLiam Payne had taken ‘potent, hallucinatory’ drugs before death, police sayThe former One Direction star was found dead in his Buenos Aires hotel room last week.21 Oct 01:28 AM
SportOlympic silver medallist pleads guilty to $200m cocaine smuggling attemptAn ex-champion kayaker has admitted a part in smuggling $200m worth of cocaine.17 Oct 09:28 PM
WorldNSW man claims he killed mother with pot plant during drug withdrawal crisisWhile the man admits to the killing, he says he did not intend to murder.15 Oct 02:41 AM
New ZealandMeth lollies Halloween warning: Police urge extra vigilance in Auckland'Vital the public are aware' of the danger. Each 'lolly' is 3g of meth, or 300 doses.15 Oct 12:53 AM
WorldBritish clergyman dies during night of drug-fuelled sex with priestThe unnamed clergyman travelled to Belgium for a papal visit, according to reports.05 Oct 10:26 PM
Football'Nightmare is over': Top footballer celebrates after four-year doping ban slashedFrench World Cup winner Paul Pogba is celebrating after a reduction of his four-year ban.05 Oct 02:50 AM
New ZealandManslaughter and meth: The man in the middle of two trialsThe man who shot an unarmed man he thought had come to kill him, can now be named.04 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandClear link between ADHD and harmful drug use, new NZ report confirmsFailures in diagnosing and treating ADHD may be leading to significant drug harm in NZ.30 Sep 04:00 PM
LifestyleYoung men turning to illegal measures to enhance appearanceMen in their 20s say the pressure to look a certain way led to them using enhancing drugs.30 Sep 06:37 AM
New ZealandHow to quit drinking alcohol: Kiwi addiction experts’ advice for safe withdrawal'We’ve got to assess people. It’s not just a case of, well, stop.'29 Sep 09:39 PM
New Zealand'Worrying trend': ACC claims for nitrous oxide 'nangs'-related injuries spike in 2024New figures show a sharp rise in ACC claims relating to nitrous oxide.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Waste of a life': Heartbroken mum's warnings after son's preventable deathSpeeding driver Raymond Tairua-Gray drowned after his unsafe car crashed into a creek.27 Sep 07:00 AM
Travel newsTech blackout: Methven has a 'meth' problemVisitors keen to explore the town's 'natural highs' are coming up short.26 Sep 04:18 AM
New ZealandPolice drug operation Gambit snares suspect in NorthlandA woman has been arrested in Northland for alleged cocaine offences in Waikato25 Sep 12:00 AM
CrimePolkinghorne's lawyers possibly seeking discharge on meth possessionPolkinghorne is due to return to court in November on two meth-related charges.24 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandNang user claims he gets banned substance from neighbourhood bakerySelling or using nitrous oxide to get high could lead to a jail sentence or hefty fines.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland trio arrested after NZ's largest cocaine shipment bustThe cocaine was estimated to have a street value of $253.75 million.23 Sep 06:03 AM
New Zealand'Terrifying': Northland man goes on alleged drug-induced rampagePolice say the incident was scary for both victims and the man's family.22 Sep 01:22 AM
New ZealandNang ban: Selling or using nitrous oxide to get high could lead to prisonThe Government has announced urgent changes to the recreational use of nitrous oxide.21 Sep 11:50 PM
Entertainment'Hurt': Steven Adler says he tried heroin to fit in with Guns N’ Roses bandmates'The third time was the charm. I fell in love with it.'20 Sep 07:44 AM
New ZealandCannabis grower told police it was a shame he was caught as plants were "nearly ready"Police found the plants after seeing light coming from an area with no obvious entrance.17 Sep 05:36 AM
