What must be done to reduce drug risk at rave parties

Shane McInnes has called on the government to “significantly decrease” the amount of illicit drugs circulating at rave parties in Melbourne.

His comments come after nine people were hospitalised for overdoses at an event last week, with another party set to take place this weekend.

“We must significantly decrease the rate at which this illicit and deadly drugs are available,” Shane said on 3AW Drive.

Click PLAY to Shane’s full comments on drugs at rave parties 

“Is it time that if you just have one or two of these tablets in your possession, it’s a minimum $2,000 fine.”

Click PLAY to hear Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association program director Scott Drummond explain why he believes pill testing is so important