Alcohol has been a problem in New Zealand for a while, and it may be time for a reality check. 

A study out of the United States found only 54% of adults consume alcohol, the lowest ever recorded since tracking began in 1939. 

A study in New Zealand found it to be 76.3% here - so where is the gap, and when will we finally do something about it? 

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Alcohol has been a problem in New Zealand for a while, and it may be time for a reality check.&nbsp;
A study out of the United States found only 54% of adults consume alcohol, the lowest ever recorded since tracking began in 1939.&nbsp;
A study in New Zealand found it to be 76.3% here - so where is the gap, and when will we finally do something about it?&nbsp;
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The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.

The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.

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John Cowan: We need a reality check for our alcohol problem

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On Saturday Donald Trump announced a 10% levy on all goods coming into the US in response to the Supreme Court ruling his other tariffs unconstitutional.

The new global tariffs were updated to 15% on Sunday.

Economist Cameron Bagrie joined Tim Beveridge to talk about the implications for kiwi businesses. 

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On Saturday Donald Trump announced a 10% levy on all goods coming into the US in response to the Supreme Court ruling his other tariffs unconstitutional.
The new global tariffs were updated to 15% on Sunday.
Economist Cameron Bagrie joined Tim Beveridge to talk about the implications for kiwi businesses.&nbsp;
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Cameron Bagrie: Economist on new Trump tariffs' impact for kiwis

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On Sunday the Government announced a plan to grant police the power to issue move-on orders to help deal with disorderly and dangerous behaviour in public places.

The move-on orders apply to anyone displaying disorderly or intimidating behaviour, impeding someone entering a business, breaching the peace, begging, rough sleeping, and behaviour indicating an intent to inhabit a public place.

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith joined Tim Beveridge to chat about what this announcement means in reality. 

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On Sunday the Government announced a plan to grant police the power to issue move-on orders to help deal with disorderly and dangerous behaviour in public places.
The move-on orders apply to anyone displaying disorderly or intimidating behaviour, impeding someone entering a business, breaching the peace,&nbsp;begging, rough sleeping, and behaviour indicating an intent to inhabit a public place.
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith joined Tim Beveridge to chat about what this announcement means in reality.&nbsp;
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Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister chats the reality of 'move-on' announcement

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Child safety reform in the world of big tech is sweeping the globe at the moment. 

Australia's leading the charge in the social media ban for under 16s, and California has expanded the Coogan Law to cover child influencers, to name a few. 

Although we haven't seen any change here in New Zealand, the conversation has truly started and we may see moves being made soon. 

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Child safety reform in the world of big tech is sweeping the globe at the moment.&nbsp;
Australia's leading the charge in the social media ban for under 16s, and California has expanded the Coogan Law to cover child influencers, to name a few.&nbsp;
Although we haven't seen any change here in New Zealand, the conversation has truly started and we may see moves being made soon.&nbsp;
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Dr Maneesh Deva: Is social media harm inescapable without isolating our children?

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John Cowan: We need a reality check for our alcohol problem

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