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.
Whānau Stop Smoking for World Smokefree May – That’s Us
Whānau across Aotearoa are beginning their Smokefree journey this May as part of the That’s Us campaign, led by Hāpai te Hauora. The campaign encourages whānau to give up smoking for the month of May with the support of their local Stop Smoking Service.
Hāpai Te Hauora Launches “That’s Us” Campaign for World Smokefree May
Today, Hāpai Te Hauora launched the “That’s Us” campaign, calling on all New Zealanders who smoke to sign up and take the first step toward quitting this World Smokefree May.
Māori communities exploited by gambling companies hiding behind influencers
Online casinos are illegally targeting Māori through influencer content – and Hāpai Te Hauora is backing the DIA’s crackdown as a crucial first step in protecting our communities.
If Our Tamariki Are Hungry, Whangaia: A Hauora Approach to School Lunches
Hāpai Te Hauora is calling for a return to the basics-if our tamariki are hungry, whangaia. Tamariki across Aotearoa are going hungry, and instead of ensuring they have access to nourishing meals, the response has been to cut costs, lower food quality, and shift blame onto parents.