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NSW Government Resumes Pill Testing at Festivals

Updated 2026-09-01 15:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

The NSW government has decided to continue pill testing at music festivals, rejecting calls for a wider community rollout. Sniffer dogs and searches will remain in place despite health concerns.

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The Guardian

NSW government to resume pill testing at music festivals but rejects calls for wider community rollout

Use of sniffer dogs and searches will continue despite health and harm reduction groups arguing they could lead to riskier drug takingGet our breaking news email, free

2026-09-01 15:00 UTC