Film competition tackles massive meth problem on Waiheke IslandROSE DAVIS/STUFF Judy Davis says meth use is a huge problem on Waiheke. About 30 per cent of patients seeking help at two Waiheke Island medical centres are affected by methamphetamine. ROSE DAVIS/STUFF Meth Free Waiheke film competition organisers Judy Davis, Wendy Ford, Kara Veugelers, and Paul Tuvae. READ MORE:* Problems in paradise Waiheke as meth found in raids* Aggravated robbery at Waiheke Island petrol station* Methamphetamine bust spans North and South IslandsThe hau ora is organising a Meth Free Waiheke short film competition to try steer island youth away from the destructive drug. The film competition is supported by Waiheke Youth Voice and aims to encourage a creative approach to educating young people about the risks of trying meth.

Source: Stuff September 15, 2017 04:30 UTC