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Smoking in downtown Wellington is highly visible outside bars and cafes, and could be giving the perception that lighting up is socially acceptable.

Transportation settings such as bus stops and train station platforms are increasingly the target for new smokefree legislation.

This research examined 1) the extent and nature of smokefree outdoor area (SFOA) policies in New Zealand, and 2) the process of developing, implementing and promoting compliance wit

Poorer smokers may favour “roll your own” and many falsely believe that use of loose tobacco is less dangerous than factory-made cigarettes, writes ASPIRE2025 director, Richard Edwards in a Persona

Smokers wanting to kick the habit needn’t be too worried about gaining a lot of weight after quitting, according to new University of Otago research published online in Nicotine and Tobacco Researc

Investigations of smoking initiation often focus on the experiences of children and youth.

This article in the NZ Herald, shares the very important views of Robert Beaglehole and Richard Edwards.

This study examines young New Zealand smokers’ views of what would help them quit smoking.

It was great to see so many at Smokefree Oceania last week.

This study was led by Dr. Heather Gifford.