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Tobacco
This section contains a wide range of information on tobacco smoking and public health policy in New Zealand, including:
Introductory information about
tobacco in New Zealand
Tobacco control
legislation and Smokefree law
The Ministry of Health’s role in
tobacco policy development
Public health initiatives and regulation
, and
global initiatives
Tobacco returns
filed by manufacturers and importers
Resources and publications
: Trends and statistics, health effects, guidelines on cessation, information about tobacco constituents, and more - includes research reports, surveys, information sheets and links to other websites..
Latest news and updates
Review of Tobacco Displays in New Zealand: Consultation Document (Dec 2007)
The Ministry of Health is reviewing the display of tobacco products in retail settings, such as dairies, convenience stores, supermarkets and service stations.
Tobacco displays – Tel us what you think
! Is a shorter, youth-friendly version of the full consultation document.
Submissions close on 15 February 2008
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Tobacco Returns for 2006
(Mar 2007)
Tobacco returns for 2006
, as filed by manufacturers and importers pursuant to section 35 of the Smoke-free Environments Act 1990.
View older news and updates
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For help to quit smoking
If you want to quit smoking and are a New Zealander, consider calling the Quitline on 0800 778 778. Trained quit advisers can provide you with advice and assistance. You may be eligible for heavily-subsidised Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
Other services to help people quit smoking can be found in the
Smoking Cessation Directory (2004)
, which details the smoking cessation services delivered in New Zealand, funded by the Ministry of Health.
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