News — Government

Vapers are rejoicing after the NZ Government has agreed that nicotine e-liquid should be legally available for purchase in New Zealand. The Ministry of Health states that there is "emerging evidence that e‑cigarette use may substantially reduce the burden of disease caused by smoking". A consultation document has been released for the public to consider how selling e-cigarettes containing nicotine should be legalised - this can be found here. The Government views e-cigarettes and vaping as a great tool to be used by smokers to aid in quitting. We are excited to be putting together our own submission to the Government and will be working tirelessly...