Be wise about how much alcohol is consumed this holiday period, Invercargill Women’s Refuge services co-ordinator Cathy Robertson says. "Be sensible with your alcohol intake. When people are under financial pressure, and things are unknown for their futures, it’s not wise to drink too much." The stress combined with too much alcohol or drugs could quickly change family dynamics. "It’s been really difficult for people in regard to the vaccinations.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 28, 2021 15:41 UTC