# Cocaine Surge in Workplaces | Auckland News

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Podcast: [Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auckland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7853371)
Published: 2026-07-16T05:50:52+00:00
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Cocaine use is surging in New Zealand workplaces, with positive tests jumping nearly 70% in just one year—now accounting for 2.8% of all drug tests. This spike mirrors record global cocaine production, especially from Colombia, and is fueled by easier access and rising weekly use. The shift is also reshaping drug trends: while cannabis still dominates workplace tests, opioids are declining and amphetamines are climbing. Cocaine’s danger lies in its impact on judgment and reaction time—critical in high-risk jobs. Meanwhile, the Pacific is becoming a major trafficking corridor, funneling cocaine from South America to high-price markets like Australia and New Zealand, linking global supply chains directly to local consequences. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b3f56c2098780c37

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