Pregnant? Don't Drink Signs in Debate | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 6, 2026 · 1m

A petition demanding “Pregnant? Don’t Drink” signs in liquor stores—backed by over 1,100 signatures—is now before the Associate Justice Minister, aiming to slash cases of FASD, a preventable condition causing lifelong developmental and behavioral challenges. Inspired by “Drinking? Don’t Drive” campaigns, the retired health professional behind the push argues for industry-funded, high-visibility warnings. While the Minister acknowledges FASD’s severity and cites recent government investments—including $4 million in prevention and $9 million in community hubs—she’s weighing whether mandatory…