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flag Opioid workplace drug detections in New Zealand rose 35% in 2026.

flag New Zealand workplace drug testing data reveals a 35% year-on-year increase in opioid detections in the first quarter of 2026, marking the most significant rise among all substances. flag While overall drug positivity slightly declined, opioids expanded in 11 regions, with sharp spikes in Taranaki, Northland, and Auckland. flag Cocaine remained above previous levels, cannabis was still the most commonly detected, and amphetamine-type substances rose in specific areas. flag TDDA warns these regional trends require targeted workplace safety strategies rather than uniform policies.

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