WorldTasmania may become world's first 'smoke-free' stateThe Australian island state, which already has some of the world's strictest anti-smoking laws, is considering banning tobacco altogether.29 Dec 12:28 AM
LifestyleSpain says 'adios' to smoky bars and cafesSpain has become the latest country to pass an anti-smoking law for its eateries.22 Dec 02:36 AM
LifestyleUp the duff and taking a puffThe first results from a study of 7000 Auckland and Waikato babies shows that 11 per cent of women smoke throughout their pregnancies.29 Nov 01:20 AM
New Zealand40pc of pregnancies unplanned - studyA $5 million a year study has found that 40 per cent of the babies born in Auckland and the Waikato in the past year were "accidents".25 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTuria aims to make vehicles smoke-freeThe minister responsible for tobacco control, Tariana Turia, wants smoking banned in cars and will push for other tough anti-smoking policies.08 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTough law to end displays of tobaccoTobacco products are to be hidden and anti-smoking officers will get powers to instantly fine shops under new Govt measures.04 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTobacco crime argument dismissedThere is no evidence of a spike in tobacco-related crime due to price increases, and claims of potential organised crime are being overblown, says Maori affairs select committee chairman Tau Henare.03 Nov 11:23 PM
New ZealandCommittee calls for radical tightening of tobacco lawsA select committee is demanding a radical tightening of tobacco laws, including fines of up to $10k for sales to minors.03 Nov 01:06 AM
WorldCouncils getting tough over ciggie breaksGrowing numbers of local authorities in Britain are forcing their staff to 'clock out' every time they take a cigarette break.02 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandGraphic warnings deter young smokers - studyGraphic images of the adverse health effects of smoking do deter young adult smokers and should be significantly increased in size, NZ research has found. 28 Oct 09:09 PM
BusinessTobacco firms deny internet marketing tacticHealth organisations are alarmed at how the internet is being used to promote smoking.10 Oct 04:30 PM
EntertainmentNew Top Model scandalThey might be Top Models, but a couple of the contestants on the top-rating television show have turned out to be anything but role models.11 Sep 05:30 PM
