Parents hosting teenage parties at their homes will have to step up their host responsibility because of law changes.
Hosts will need to gain explicit consent from parents, either in person or by a phone call or text message, if anyone under 18 is drinking at their private party.
Not doing so could result in a $2000 fine.
The law changes will also require anyone who supplies alcohol to those under 18 to do so responsibly, which involves active supervision, ensuring non-alcoholic drinks and food are available, and arranging transport.
tvnz.co.nz/national-news/new-rules-parents-hosting-teen-parties-5651133It is proposed that it is a good idea to require parents' permission for under 18s to drink at parties