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Warren Pickering Admits Past Drug and Drink Driving Mistakes | Melbourne News
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- Sep 8, 2026
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Warren Pickering, Victorian One Nation leader, stunned the media with a candid press conference where he admitted to using ecstasy, meth, speed, and marijuana in his twenties—and losing his driver’s license multiple times for drink driving. Calling himself “no angel” then, he said those youthful mistakes caused hurt but led him to transform his life through service in the Australian Defence Force. He firmly denied allegations he smoked crystal meth in front of kids, hinting at legal action against the outlet that made the claims. National director James Ashby clarified a “sexual deviance” note referred to an open relationship and Pickering’s exploration of his sexuality, while also barring The Guardian and ABC reporters from the event. Pickering framed his past as the very reason he entered politics—to serve the community differently now. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8b4c919102f13372