Articles

What’s the deal with drug checking?

While it’s always safest not to take any drugs at all, drug checking can help minimise the risks. Here’s why it matters. ...

Will MDMA damage my health?

While MDMA may have a reputation of being low risk, it’s important to remember there’s no such thing as a "safe" drug. ...

Thinking of using GBL/GHB?

We’ve seen an increase in harm caused by GBL/GHB in New Zealand over recent months. Make sure you understand the risks… ...

What to do when things go wrong

Do you know what to do if someone suffers the effects of an overdose? ...

Sussing out solvents

The chemicals in some common household products can produce effects similar to alcohol or anaesthetics when inhaled. We look at what’s going on... ...

Feel like it’s time for a change?

You might be at a point where you are starting to rethink your drug use. If you’re deciding to cut down, or quit, you don’t have to do it alone. ...

Feel like it’s time to give up cannabis?

Are you at the point where you’re starting to rethink your cannabis use? ...

Be safe, be cool

Many cases of serious injuries and deaths from taking MDMA in New Zealand are due to outside elements that are easily preventable. ...

Let’s talk about GBL/GHB in New Zealand

We’ve seen an increase in harm caused by GBL/GHB in New Zealand. Let’s take a closer look at what’s going on, and how to stay safer. ...

Thinking of using MDMA?

MDMA (also known as ecstasy, E, molly, mandy, pingers) is becoming more widely available and frequently used in New Zealand. Here’s what you need to know. ...