NSW government to resume pill testing at music festivals but rejects wider rollout
The NSW government will resume pill testing at music festivals starting in October, but has rejected broader community rollout despite advocacy from health and harm reduction groups. The program will operate at up to 15 festivals annually following consultations with the industry, while controversial sniffer dogs and searches will continue despite concerns they may increase risky drug-taking behavior.
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NSW government to resume pill testing at music festivals but rejects calls for wider community rollout
The NSW government will resume pill testing at music festivals starting in October, but has rejected broader community rollout despite advocacy from health and harm reduction groups. The program will operate at up to 15 festivals annually following consultations with the industry, while controversial sniffer dogs and searches will continue despite concerns they may increase risky drug-taking behavior.
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