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420 in NZ: Origins, Myths and How It's Marked Here
Where did 420 come from, which origin stories are myths, and how is the ritual actually marked in Aotearoa — where cannabis is illegal but the culture is alive? A look at 420, J Day, and a harm-reduction reality check.
Cannabis & Driving: Impaired vs Detectable
The science of why THC impairment and THC detection are two different things — how long cannabis affects driving versus how long it stays detectable, and the safest gap before you drive.
Synthetic Cannabis vs the Real Plant: Why the Difference Matters
Synthetic cannabinoids are not 'fake weed' — they are a different and far more dangerous class of substance that has killed New Zealanders. Here's why the difference matters and how prohibition fuels the risk.
Drug Checking in NZ: How It Works and Where to Find It
Drug checking has been legal in New Zealand since 2021. Here's how the free, confidential service works, who runs it, what it can and can't detect, and how to find a clinic near you.