How to Quit Smoking & Vaping in New South Wales
Looking to quit smoking or vaping in New South Wales? This guide covers local cessation resources, quitline numbers, tobacco laws, and programs available to help you quit for good.
Quitting in New South Wales: Overview
New South Wales has a smoking rate of approximately 11.2%. The vaping rate is around 2.9%. Whether you're quitting cigarettes, vapes, or both, local resources can make a significant difference in your success.
Local Cessation Programs & Resources
- Quitline New South Wales - Professional telephone counseling • Aboriginal Quitline for Indigenous Australians • New South Wales government quit smoking programs • Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme subsidized medications • My QuitBuddy mobile app support
- Quitline: 13 7848 (13 QUIT) • New South Wales Health Department resources • iCanQuit online program • General practitioner cessation support • Community pharmacy quit smoking services
Tobacco & Vaping Laws in New South Wales
New South Wales enforces strict smoke-free laws covering all indoor public places, workplaces, and many outdoor areas. The state requires plain packaging for all tobacco products and has comprehensive vaping regulations requiring prescriptions for nicotine vaping products.
New South Wales Quitline
The quitline for New South Wales is 13 7848. Quitlines provide free, confidential coaching from trained counselors who can help you create a personalized quit plan. Most quitlines offer services in multiple languages and may also provide free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) like patches or gum.
Cost of Smoking & Vaping in New South Wales
Cigarettes in New South Wales cost approximately $26.95 AUD per pack, among the highest in the world. Pack-a-day smokers spend over $9,800 AUD annually. Cessation medications are subsidized through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & References
The information in this article is based on publicly available research and guidance from the following authoritative health organizations:
- CDC - Smoking & Tobacco Use
- WHO - Tobacco
- NIH - National Cancer Institute
- American Lung Association
- American Heart Association
- Truth Initiative
- Smokefree.gov
Sources accessed February 2026
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