Methamphetamine in New Zealand: What is currently known about the harm it causes
Date Published:
November 2021
This report is a collaboration between Police and representatives from across government and non-government agencies to develop a consolidated view of the harm methamphetamine causes in New Zealand communities. It forms the first output of the Methamphetamine in New Zealand Research Programme.
The Methamphetamine in New Zealand Research Programme was established by Police in February 2020 in response to, and with the need to evidence the significant harm caused by methamphetamine. The research is supported and guided by a Steering Group with representatives from government agencies, non-government organisations (including the New Zealand Drug Foundation), universities and Iwi (Tūhoe) who have influence over, and/or a substantial interest in methamphetamine harm reduction.
The Policing of Drugs in New Zealand
Date Published:
August 2023
This report provides an overview of the policing of drug possession offences in New Zealand. The report focuses on all events and occurrences involving the personal possession and use of controlled drugs, and the possession of utensils, both pre and post the Misuse of Drugs Act (MODA) Amendments in August 2019. All actions taken by Police were assessed, considering a person’s age, past offending history, and other offences committed at the same time.
Data contained within this report are based on information recorded in the Police dynamic operational database as at 30 June 2023. Changes made to source data after this date will not be reflected in this report. For this reason, comparisons with other data releases should be treated with caution.