Kiwis find smoking more unattractive in a partner than a criminal past - study

New Zealanders find smoking more unattractive in a potential partner than a criminal record according to new research.

The survey also highlighted a number of bad habits that have intensified as a result of the pandemic including nail-biting and workaholism.

Smokefree voters need to be wary of a vaping tax - AVCA

Vaping Kiwis and smokefree supporters still to vote need to be aware that the implementation of an excise tax on vaping products is a possibility if the Greens hold the balance of power, says Aotearoa Vapers Community Advocacy (AVCA).

MOH completely misses opportunity this Stoptober - AVCA

By not getting in behind Stoptober 2020, the Ministry of Health has missed an excellent opportunity to fully support Kiwi smokers, says Aotearoa Vapers Community Advocacy (AVCA).

Vaping now a no-no in city's smokefree areas - Hamilton Council

Vaping has been added to smoking as a prohibited activity in smokefree sections of Hamilton.

Hamilton City Council’s Community Committee yesterday (29 September) voted unanimously to recommend an updated Smokefree Outdoor Areas Policy to the Council for adoption.

Vaping ban in Hamilton makes absolutely no sense - AVCA

Aotearoa Vapers Community Advocacy (AVCA) is deeply disappointed that Hamilton City councillors unanimously resolved this morning to ‘include vaping alongside smoking as a prohibited activity in Smokefree areas in reference to the Smokefree Outdoor Areas Policy’.

'Hamilton's vaping ban disappointing for smokefree advocates'

Hamilton City Council’s massive u-turn today to now include vaping alongside smoking as a prohibited activity in smokefree areas is deeply disappointing and will hinder not help the country’s Smokefree 2025 ambition, says a leading Kiwi vape entrepreneur.

Australia's 'backward' position on vaping to be explored at webinar - CAPHRA

Vapers are being encouraged to attend an online conference on Saturday, 26 September. Dubbed Voices4Vape, the virtual event will shed light on vaping and other alternatives to combustible cigarettes.

HB gardeners warned over risk of Legionnaires' with two cases reported - HBDHB

Hawke’s Bay gardeners are being urged to take care with potting mix and compost following two people requiring hospital care in recent weeks diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease.

Smokers increasingly using e-cigarettes to quit - survey

People who smoke are increasingly using e-cigarettes to try to quit smoking, a study by researchers at the University of Otago, Wellington, has found.

Deceitful anti-smoking policy needs to be exposed - Winston Peters

New Zealand First will support ASH’s surge strategy, making alternatives to smoking affordable and widely available.