This Inquiry discovered that current regulatory frameworks are no longer fit for purpose and lag behind consumer trends and global developments. This report recommends, at its centrepiece, the establishment of a Victorian nicotine licensing scheme and active regulatory authority, sitting within the Department of Justice and Community Safety.

This study examines longitudinal behaviour change of adolescents in six key lifestyle behaviours – sleep, physical activity (PA), sedentary recreational screen time, diet, alcohol use, and tobacco use – and associations with mental health. The results highlight the potential benefits of behaviour modification to reduce the progression of psychological distress in adolescence.

Vaping is a significant public health concern, due to its association with other risky health behaviours. This research summary highlights that men who engage in risky behaviours (illicit drug use, heavy drinking, gambling or smoking) are more likely to engage in vaping. Interventions that successfully reduce these risky behaviours may also reduce vaping.

More than 21,000 people across the country took part in the latest National Drug Strategy Household Survey, held in 2022 and 2023. This report presents findings from the survey and looks at what has changed over the past 20 years.

From 1 March 2024, the next stage of Australia’s clamp down on vaping comes into effect nationwide. But what does this mean and what effect will the changes have? This article from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation explains.