Articles with category: News
May 8 2020
New book focusses on keeping at-risk young people in school
Our Deputy Chief Executive Ben Birks Ang has contributed a chapter to a new book about supporting young people experiencing crisis and trauma.
May 7 2020
Survey identifies drug use changes during lockdown
Although some people may be using more alcohol or other drugs during the Covid-19 lockdown, others are using the time to take a break.
Apr 29 2020
End school exclusions - Children's Commissioner
The Children’s Commissioner has called for schools to stop excluding young people who use alcohol and other drugs.
Apr 3 2020
Promising results are good news for drug checking trial
The results of our drug checking pilot show it’s a worthwhile service that people will utilise to make safer choices about their drug use.
Apr 1 2020
Stay safe. We’re all in this together
The covid-19 public health emergency brings challenges for us all. But remember, we’re all in this together – and we're here to help
Feb 28 2020
The draft Cannabis Bill: How does it stack up for Māori?
Policy and Advocacy Manager Kali Mercier breaks down the Government’s draft Cannabis Bill and examines how it will impact Māori.
Feb 28 2020
It's never been more important for Māori to vote
The cannabis referendum is a significant opportunity to address a range of social issues that impact Māori communities.
Feb 25 2020
Canada - what's been happening since legalisation?
Statistics Canada has released a new report into what’s changed since cannabis was legalised a year ago. Kali Mercier provides a summary.
31 weeks to get the message out: vote yes
We've been out talking to people about the referendum. Kali Mercier explains why it's so important, and urges everyone to get out and vote.
Feb 4 2020
Referendum date announced – enrol now
The 2020 election date is set, so NZers will have a chance to replace cannabis prohibition with a health model.
Xavier is a young man facing a world of "Choice" in YouTube drama
Check out this pick-a-path live-action drama series on YouTube that follows a teenage boy and his encounters with drugs.
Dec 5 2019
Cannabis control law gives voters confidence
New Zealand voters will be pleased with the government’s detailed and well-considered Cannabis Legalisation and Control Bill, says Ross Bell.