NZABC welcomes practical reforms to streamline alcohol licensing in the hospitality industry
We welcome the Ministry for Regulation’s Hospitality Sector Review, which targets the areas where reform can make the greatest difference, including alcohol licensing and examines how regulation works in practice. “We welcome the review’s [...]
Moderation and connection matter in the age of the ‘optimised life’
As the global self-optimisation [1] trend grows, more people are focused on improving how they eat, exercise, work and live. But for some, the pressure to constantly improve [2] can become overwhelming and isolating. [...]
Younger Kiwis lead the decline in driving under the influence convictions
Ministry of Justice figures for the past nine years tell us that the number of convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs has declined from 16,647 (2016) to 15,048 (2025), a [...]
NZ Health Survey regional data shows responsible drinking rising across all regions
"Recently released regional alcohol data from the NZ Health Survey demonstrates a sustained positive shift in our nation's drinking culture. Responsible drinking rates have improved across all 16 regional councils, with encouraging gains among younger [...]