Summary

The Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Harm Waimakariri Steering Group is committed to promoting the safe and responsible use of alcohol and drugs in our community, with a focus on harm minimisation.

Activities Include:

• Facilitation of the steering group and the associated initiatives.
• Seminars and promotion around the effects of alcohol and drug abuse.
• Host responsibility promotions.

Current Projects:

AoD Community Conversations

The Waimakariri AoD Harm Prevention Steering Group is currently running a series of “AoD Community Conversations” across the district. These brief sessions will cover a range of AoD related topics, including the Role of Local Support Groups in Addressing Addiction, Supporting Youth, and more.

The Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Harm Waimakariri Steering Group has recently completed a report on the current condition of the community impact of drug and alcohol use across the Waimakariri District. This report is a part of a review of our Action Plan on Alcohol & Drug Harm 2021.

Waimakariri Community Action Plan on Alcohol and Drug Harm 2021

Current Condition - 2023 Alcohol and Drug Harm Informative Report

For information and resources about alcohol-related harm go to Alcohol.org.nz

For more information and resources about drug-related harm go to drugfoundation.org.nz

Contact: community@wmk.govt.nz