A charity fashion show in Dunedin will serve alcohol, despite concerns linking it to suicide.

A charity fashion show in Dunedin, New Zealand, set for November 2, 2024, has been granted a liquor license despite police and licensing inspector opposition due to concerns about alcohol's link to suicide. Organized by Tegan Rose Vickery, the event aims to raise funds for the Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust. While alcohol will be served, Vickery emphasized the focus on mental health awareness rather than alcohol sales. Mental health advocate Mike King's controversial comments added to the discussion.

November 01, 2024
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