Māori smoking progress has stalled after smokefree protections were removed. Hāpai Te Hauora says the outcome is horrifying but predictable.
Tobacco Control Leaders unite to shape Aotearoa’s vision beyond Smokefree 2025
Aotearoa’s tobacco control sector gathers in Tāmaki Makaurau this November for two days of reflection, research, and celebration – marking decades of progress toward a Smokefree Aotearoa.
Hāpai Te Hauora Launches Blocktober – Aotearoa’s First VapeFree Month
Vaping is a growing public-health issue across Aotearoa-particularly for Māori-with the rapid uptake among rangatahi the biggest concern. To confront this challenge, Hāpai Te Hauora is launching Blocktober.
New campaign launches for Gambling Harm Awareness Week, exposing the tactics of the gambling industry
Hāpai Te Hauora is marking Gambling Harm Awareness Week (GHAW) with the launch of a bold new national campaign that shines a light on the tactics used by the gambling industry – and the impact these have on whānau across Aotearoa.
Changes to alcohol laws put profit over people
The Government’s plan to loosen alcohol laws is a disgrace – handing more power to the alcohol industry at the expense of whānau.
Gisborne District Council Leads the Way in Tackling Vape Harm
Gisborne District Council is leading the charge on vape harm – expanding its Smokefree policy to include vaping in public spaces. A bold move to protect rangatahi and shift the norm.
Pātea: A World-First Māori Gambling Harm Digital Platform Launches Across Aotearoa
Aotearoa is leading the world in gambling harm innovation with the launch of Pātea – a groundbreaking digital platform designed by Māori, for Māori, to help free whānau from the burdens of gambling harm.
Te Roopu Tupeka Kore Launches Powerful New Documentary on Māori Tobacco Control
Te Roopu Tupeka Kore, the Māori Tobacco Control network, is proud to launch Our Documentary: The Whakapapa of Māori Tobacco Control in Aotearoa
Oranga Whenua, Oranga Tangata: Hāpai Te Hauora Responds to Budget 2025
This Budget promised balance — but delivered cuts, corporate wins, and more setbacks for Māori health. Here’s Hāpai Te Hauora’s response.
Signs of Progress in Tobacco Control Sector: New Bill and Council Action Offer Hope
Amid recent setbacks in New Zealand’s Smokefree efforts, two new developments bring fresh momentum to tobacco harm reduction that have renewed hope in our goals for a healthier Aotearoa.