23 Jun 2025
Calls for drink spiking test kits in Lyttleton
A banks pensinsula business group wants to make drink spiking test kits available at local pubs and clubs after serious concerns about womens safety were raised in an online chat group. A Lyttleton woman posted about drinking spiking on a closed facebook page prompting a flood of others to share their experiences including allegations of cat calling, stalking and harassment. The issues have been raised with the community board. Chair of the Lyttleton Harbour Business Association Sabrina Saunders spoke to Lisa Owen.