Feb 27 2006
Party pill marketing branded irresponsible
The Drug Foundation today called for a halt to all advertising of party pills, saying that the practice of marketing social drugs may contribute to an increase in drug-related problems in New Zealand.
Nov 2 2005
Party pill ban would ignore best evidence
The New Zealand Drug Foundation today warned against heeding calls to ban BZP, the active ingredient found in many 'party pills', because such a move would be against the best evidence currently available.
Oct 3 2005
Muddled thinking behind drug policy criticism
Wellington coroner Garry Evans has ignored best practice and a wealth of international evidence in his criticism of New Zealand’s harm-minimisation approach to drug policy and education, the Drug Foundation said today.
Apr 30 2005
Ross Bell: Let's face up to our drinking problem
New Zealand has always prided itself on punching above its weight. Our sporting heroes succeed despite limited resources and the small population, our economy continues to surpass many other comparable nations, and New Zealanders are in dem
Feb 28 2005
Drug Foundation launches alcohol action plan
The New Zealand Drug Foundation today launched a comprehensive plan to reduce the harm that alcohol causes in New Zealand society.