New Zealand faces significant obstacles to take down organised crime groups. 

A ministerial advisory group's first report reveals a sobering reality the country is losing the fight, and claims bold changes are needed. 

It says a significant spike in methamphetamine use last year was dire. 

Associate Police Minister Casey Costello told Andrew Dickens a series of reports will provide practical advice over the next six months. 

She says there will be specific actions released each month - including how agencies could work more closely together and breaking down barriers about information sharing. 

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