This inquiry was established to examine the current situation in New South Wales regarding e-cigarette use ('vaping'), its prevalence among children and young people, and the impact of programs and services aimed at preventing uptake. The inquiry looked at the effectiveness of New South Wales' current regulatory framework and explore ways to address challenges in enforcement and compliance. The Committee also considered how New South Wales can work with the Federal Government to implement reforms on e-cigarette products. This report presents 10 Findings and 13 Recommendations. 

Key findings

• Manufacturers and suppliers of illicit vaping products employ predatory tactics to market these products to children and young people.
• E-cigarettes are not recommended as a first line of therapy for smoking cessation. E-cigarettes may, however, help some people quit smoking when delivered in a controlled way and with advice from a primary healthcare provider.
• Public health campaigns play a critical part in tobacco and vaping control. Campaigns should be designed in partnership with target audiences and sustained over the long term to maximise effectiveness.

Key recommendations

• The NSW Government consider providing additional resources to NSW Health to undertake more extensive enforcement and compliance activity.
• The NSW Government support the Australian Government's vaping reforms and continue to work closely with federal agencies to align enforcement and compliance efforts.
• The NSW Government co-design an online tool or app with young people to provide a 'one stop shop' for information about vaping and support for cessation.