Lake Macquarie man shares 35-year journey to sobriety
A Newcastle man, left in a wheelchair after a drug-fuelled crash, reveals how Narcotics Anonymous saved his life. His story of recovery offers hope amid rising local drug deaths.
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Cairns trainer jailed for $96k tax fraud
A Far North Queensland horse trainer has been sentenced to prison for a blatant $96,000 tax fraud, which he blamed on a methamphetamine addiction. Read the full court details.
16 charged with 400 offences in Townsville drug raids
Sixteen people face a combined 400 charges after major drug raids across Townsville. Police seized meth, cash, and weapons in a significant crackdown on the local drug trade.
Big Tobacco's deceptive tax plan exposed
Health experts Laura Hunter & Danielle McMullen reveal Big Tobacco's cynical push for a vaping tax that protects cigarette profits & hooks a new generation. Read the disturbing truth.
ACT overdose crisis: Stigma blocks lifesaving treatment
As Canberra faces a deadly overdose crisis, experts reveal stigma and access barriers prevent drug users from getting the most effective treatment: opioid prescription therapy. Learn why.
Cairns meth trafficker jailed for seven years
Repeat Cairns drug trafficker Fabian O'Hara has been sentenced to seven years behind bars. Read the full details of his arrest and sentencing here.
Phone-Using Swimmer at Bondi Icebergs Goes Viral
A swimmer at Sydney's iconic Bondi Icebergs pool was filmed using a phone while doing laps. The viral video highlights screen addiction dangers, echoing a recent NSW e-bike crash. Read the full story.
Social media ban for kids: Parents' role crucial
As Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect, Communications Minister Anika Wells says the real challenge is parents confronting their own screen addiction to lead by example.
Geelong dad disqualified, caught with ice on school run
A disqualified driver from Geelong, Adam Kenshole, was caught with methamphetamine in his system while driving his children to school. Read the full court details.
Social media ban for under-16s in Australia from 2025
Explosive internal files reveal tech giants knowingly created addictive apps for children. Australia responds with landmark social media ban starting December 2025. Expert tips for managing withdrawal.
Canberra agent's journey from homelessness to success
Canberra real estate agent Jonny Warren shares his inspiring journey from ice addiction and homelessness to running a successful business while giving back to the community through Movember and cancer charity support.
JUTE Theatre's 'Cooked' Explores Grief in Cairns
JUTE Theatre's powerful new production 'Cooked' tackles grief, addiction and manipulation through raw storytelling. Don't miss this compelling Cairns premiere.
Townsville man faces 11 charges after police raid
A 35-year-old Townsville man faces multiple firearms and drug charges after police raid uncovered weapons and methamphetamine. Read the full details.
Teen's vape import scheme reveals 16kg meth haul
A Canberra teenager allegedly recruited online to import vapes from Canada instead brought 16kg of methamphetamine into Sydney Airport. Police warn against criminal offers.
Love addiction: Why Australians choose wrong partners
New research reveals why many Australians struggle with toxic relationships. Discover the signs of love addiction and how AI chatbots highlight our need for connection.
SA Prison Drug Crisis: 70% Report Pre-Conviction Use
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
Woman hides meth in dog's bottom, gets jail
Perth woman Tricia Naussedat sentenced to 3 years for hiding methamphetamine in her dog's rear during police search. Read the shocking court details.
Student Social Media Use Jumps 200% Since Pandemic
Alarming University of South Australia research reveals daily social media use among students surged from 26% to 85% post-pandemic, creating a 'perfect storm' of addiction.
Ozempic tested for alcohol addiction treatment in Australia
Groundbreaking international trial testing if weight loss medications can treat alcohol addiction and liver disease. Australian researchers report promising early results.
Sydney man dodges jail for child abuse material
A Sydney man has been granted a release order after pleading guilty to accessing over 22,000 files of child abuse material. Learn the details of the case and sentencing.
Seven charged after police assaulted in Bega
Seven individuals face charges after police officers were injured during a violent confrontation at a suspected drug bust in Bega. Get the latest details on the incident.
African Man Faces Life in Prison Over Meth Haul
A Tanzanian crewman faces life imprisonment after being caught with 3kg of methamphetamine at Port Adelaide. The alleged drug bust is estimated to be worth $2.7 million. Read the full details.
Wallsend Meth Bust: Passenger's Pants Stash Exposed
A routine police patrol in Wallsend uncovered a shocking discovery when officers found a passenger hiding methamphetamine in his trousers during a vehicle search.
Australia's gambling ad crisis harming mental health
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's saturation of gambling advertisements is creating a national mental health emergency, with vulnerable Australians paying the ultimate price.
Rosie O'Donnell's Daughter Sentenced to Prison
Entertainment legend Rosie O'Donnell shares emotional post about daughter Chelsea's addiction struggles and prison sentencing in raw family update.
Sia's Ex Accuses Her of Substance Abuse in Custody Fight
Explosive court documents reveal Sia's former partner claims the singer is struggling with addiction and shouldn't have custody of their children in this developing Australian entertainment story.
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