New Zealand’s war on drugs comes under scrutiny in this investigation of methamphetamine use, criminalization, and the search for more effective solutions. Journalist Guyon Espiner speaks with people directly affected by addiction alongside police, treatment providers, policymakers, and harm reduction advocates. Their experiences reveal the limitations of a system that devotes substantial resources to enforcement while leaving many people without adequate support. By examining treatment referrals, drug checking, poverty, stigma, and decriminalization, this resource presents a compelling case for replacing punishment with compassionate, evidence-based public health approaches.
