Hot Topics

For a summary of ASPIRE Aotearoa research on the latest hot topics, see below:

The repeal of Aotearoa’s world-leading Smokefree measures

We are disappointed with the government’s decision to repeal the key measures included in Aotearoa’s world-leading Smokefree legislation.
Tobacco-free oral nicotine products and snus

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Action Plan for Smokefree Aotearoa 2025

On 9 December 2021 the Government launched an action plan setting out actions it intends to implement to achieve the Smokefree 2025 goal.
Tobacco Control journal 30th anniversary issue

New Zealand features strongly in landmark edition of leading tobacco control journal.
Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS)

ASPIRE Aotearoa researchers believe vaping products (ENDS) should be regulated to support realisation of the Smokefree 2025 goal, which aims to reduce smoking prevalence to minimal levels among all population groups in New Zealand. Regulation should also deter uptake of ENDS products among children, adolescents and non-smokers.