WorldSingapore tightens laws on 'zombie vapes' with harsher penaltiesTourists face deportation if caught using or supplying vapes.28 Aug 09:11 PM
New ZealandMan arrested for importing 1m black market-bound cigarettes into NZThe cigarettes, imported from China, were falsely declared as clothes. 27 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandHow NZ is tackling the surge in illegal tobacco smugglingIllegal cigarettes in Australia now make up half of all sales.24 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumOpinionRobert Beaglehole: NZ is on the cusp of smokefree history – we should celebrate10 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy stubbing out smoking in France is a mammoth taskThe ban makes no mention of vapes, popular among young people in France.30 Jun 01:39 AM
World'It must be clear': Debate grows over France's new public smoking banViolators could face fines ranging from €135 to €700 for breaking the ban.29 Jun 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Can't assume it's harmless': Experts warn on marijuana's heart risksThe average age of patients in the study was just 38, highlighting risks for younger adults.20 Jun 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: New vape rules leave much still to be addressedOPINION: More needs to be done to tackle vaping.18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New Zealand has the tools to tackle vaping OPINION: When it comes to curbing vaping, we already have the ways and means. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimePair accused of $735k illicit cigarette scheme arrested at airport, to appear in court todayCustoms has accused the pair of attempting to smuggle almost 500,000 cigarettes into NZ.16 Jun 10:47 PM
Herald NOWMore than half of vape juices display the wrong nicotine concentrationNew research has found more than half of vape juices sold in New Zealand display the wrong concentration of nicotine. Video / Herald NOWWatch05 Jun 07:31 PM
New ZealandBB guns, assaults, and abuse: Bus hub’s security struggles one year after teen’s deathDespite extra security, fear and uncertainty remains. 04 Jun 07:45 PM
New ZealandNZ's smokefree 2025 ambitions ‘up in smoke’, health group claims'We’re just chasing a new kind of addiction and calling it progress.'31 May 03:05 AM
New ZealandFar North Council moves to adopt smokefree and vape-free policySmoking rates in the Far North are higher than the national average, at 13% vs 8%.08 May 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCancer runs in my family - how can I cut my risk?New York Times: Lifestyle changes can lower cancer risk despite family history.29 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandSkyCity casino wants larger deck so more people can smoke while playing pokiesThe move has outraged public health groups who are opposing the casino's application.03 Feb 06:57 AM
New ZealandStrong support among reformed smokers for measures Govt dropped, study revealsStudy finds overwhelming backing for ‘smokefree generation’ and non-addictive cigarettes.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Crazy’: Advocates question Government’s vaping planAssociate Health Minister Casey Costello has announced plans for vaping starter kits.01 Jan 09:32 PM
Travel newsMilan says no to all outdoor smoking in Italy’s toughest banThose who defy the new prohibition could be fined between $74 to $443.01 Jan 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe lies ‘social smokers’ tell themselves – and how to give upTelegraph: There’s no 'safe level' of smoking - stop before it’s too late.29 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI thought life was too short to live without bacon and booze – then I hit 50Telegraph: As editor for a 'lad's mag', heavy drinking was part of the day job.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Disastrous’: Fears NZ on track to fall well short of Smokefree 2025 goalSmoking rates failed to decrease from the year prior for the first time in a decade.23 Nov 11:17 PM
PoliticsNo extra funding for new smoking action plan as daily smokers increaseThe minister remained committed to reaching the target by the end of 2025.21 Nov 04:32 AM
PoliticsAuditor-General rejects Labour’s request to probe heated tobacco policyIt comes as Winston Peters has yet to back up claims he's made about Dr Ayesha Verrall.08 Nov 05:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEric Crampton: Heated tobacco excise - some heet, and some light tooOPINION: Reduced excise on a less risky alternative ought to make sense too.06 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsUnion decries Casey Costello’s ‘unacceptable’ attack on Health Ministry stafferCostello argues the union and Labour misunderstand her comments.05 Nov 03:06 AM
New ZealandWatch: Herald investigation reveals illegal $3 cigarettes sold in Auckland dairiesThe Herald's Michael Morrah purchased single cigarettes at shops in Auckland's Manurewa02 Nov 04:00 PM
