The New Zealand Drug Foundation has released their annual “drug use in Aotearoa” report displaying what people are using these destructive substances and where they are using them.
In this list we will be taking a look at every region’s illicit substance of choice.
Southern – MDMA
The southern region comprising anything below Canterbury, loves to get into some gear which is not surprising considering the amount of students who reside in this area.
Canterbury – MDMA
There must be a South Island trend going on here, with Canterbury racking up the second highest rates of MDMA consumption throughout the whole country.
Tasman – Methamphetamine
An interesting one considering the Tasman region has the lowest average price for the devils lettuce and the highest-equal price for methamphetamines.
Wellington – Psychedelics
Moving up the island now and getting to the capital and are we all that surprised about this. Wellington is known for their alternative vibe and what is more alty than psychedelics.
East Coast – Cannabis
The East Coast or the chill coast is what I like to call it, this is so on brand really, they love their slow relaxed lifestyle and what more is there to say.
Central North – MDMA
Boasting or maybe not boasting the lowest prices in the country for MDMA prices, gear being this region’s drug of choice makes it a financial decision.
Waikato – Methamphetamine
The highest rates of Meth usage were found here, it almost makes sense, being a farmer can be a tiresome job and sometimes they need a pick me up (terrible pick me up though, choose something better).
Bay of Plenty – Cannabis
Another one of those chill regions, lovely in summer, chilling on the beach, smoking a bit of puff puff, it just makes sense.
Auckland – Cocaine
They just had to be, didn’t they? Not only is “snow” the highest consumed but it is also the easiest to obtain in this region.
Northland – Methamphetamine
Also no surprises here, meth rates were the second highest in the country.
Photo Credit: Drug Foundation
