Police in the region are investigating allegations that several women were drugged with GHB at the annual Western festival.

Multiple women report they were jabbed with needles without their knowledge during the event.

The drug is a depressant.

State police are confirming an active probe into these incidents.

Provincial police are now reviewing the reports made by the women who have reported.

The officers have not given any additional details.

They have not stated how many women reported the druggings.

The inquiry is continuing.