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Media release
Jun 26
2011

Opinion - Synthetic cannabis

26 Jun 2011

It’s a glaring and obvious anomaly that substances like cannabis are illegal in New Zealand while “synthetic cannabis” – that has much the same effect – is openly for sale in dairies and service stations.

Media release
Jun 6
2011

Opinion - Politicians need courage to achieve drug law reform

6 Jun 2011

The Law Commission’s report on drug law reform is timely, smart and welcome. Now our politicians need the courage to respond.

Article

Viewpoints - Should ibogaine be an approved drug treatment?

10 May 2011

In our third segment looking objectively at both sides of a contentious issue, we consider whether ibogaine should be approved as a treatment for withdrawal and dependence.

Article

More cool to stay at school

1 May 2011

A number of CAYADs are working to develop evidence-based alternatives to help keep kids in school instead of excluding or suspending them.

Article

Interview with Steve Walsh

1 May 2011

Steve Walsh is now sober and enjoying a life of mountain biking and art galleries. Steve talks to Keri Welham.

Media release
Feb 7
2011

Public encouraged to speak up on alcohol law reform

7 Feb 2011

New Zealand is on the brink of some of the most significant amendments to its alcohol laws, but communities need to speak up about their desire for change.

Article

Hello Sunday Morning

1 Feb 2011

We talk with Chris Raine, a remarkable young Australian whose innovative and courageous online programme is helping many question and overcome the prominence of alcohol in their daily lives and culture.

Article

Opinion: The Debate down at Goodbye Blue Monday

1 Feb 2011

Where better to talk about alcohol law reform than at the pub? Christchurch CAYAD co-ordinator Mike Moss reports on how an organised debate went down with the locals.

Article

Viewpoints: Should cannabis be on WADA's banned substances list?

1 Feb 2011

In our second segment looking objectively at both sides of a contentious issue, we consider whether dope-smoking athletes should be diciplined. We leave you to decide between competing arguments.