Chris Wilkins
Professor Chris Wilkins is a leading drug researcher at Massey University and has conducted extensive studies on drug use trends in New Zealand. He has highlighted the alarming decrease in methamphetamine prices and the corresponding rise in consumption as a 'wake-up call' for the country, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to address drug demand.
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Professor Chris Wilkins said of particular interest are the various components of harm in the data.
Two cases of nerve damage caused by nangs use in Hawke’s Bay
New Zealand· 2026-02-10Professor Chris Wilkins is New Zealand’s leading drug researcher for two decades.
It’s not sexy but expert blueprint on organised crime is a ‘no-brainer’ for coalition Government – Jared SavageNew Zealand· 2025-11-06
Professor Chris Wilkins has been researching drug trends for more than 20 years.
Drugs and gangs: New survey reveals gangs control meth sales in some regions more than othersNew Zealand· 2025-05-13
Professor Chris Wilkins is a leading drug researcher commenting on meth prices in New Zealand.
Showgrounds transformed for a week as Horse of the Year rides into HastingsNew Zealand· 2025-03-02
Professor Chris Wilkins is the leading drug researcher in New Zealand.
Herald morning quiz: March 3 - New Zealand NewsNew Zealand· 2025-03-02Professor Chris Wilkins is a leading drug researcher who provided insights on the declining prices of methamphetamine in New Zealand.
Northland baby suffers as mum alleges healthcare ignored concernsNew Zealand· 2025-03-02
Meth is now the cheapest it has ever been in New Zealand, according to the country’s leading drug researcher, Professor Chris Wilkins.
NZ meth use hits record high as prices drop, wastewater testing reveals - The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-03-02Professor Chris Wilkins described the significant decrease in the price and the sharp increase in consumption as a 'real wake-up call'.
Meth use in NZ spikes to record high - except in Ōpōtiki after Mongrel Mob bustNew Zealand· 2025-03-01
