Health NZ proposes cutting alcohol harm reduction staff and campaigns
Monday 6 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Health New Zealand, Public Service Association, Ministry of Health, NZ Drug Foundation, Women's Refuge, Cancer Society
Health New Zealand is proposing to reduce alcohol harm reduction staff by one third and end alcohol research and social marketing campaigns. The Public Service Association claims these cuts result from alcohol industry lobbying, though the industry disputes this claim.