“Back in 2011 when Smokefree 2025 was launched, it was viewed as doable albeit requiring serious and deliberate government programmes and intervention. However, nine years on we’re still sadly miles off,” said AVCA co-director Nancy Loucas earlier this year. She had referred to data indicating that unless drastic measures are taken, non-Māori Kiwis won’t be … Continue reading NZ: Tackling Maori and Pasifika Smoking Rates Must Remain a Priority