About Quit Victoria
Quit Victoria is dedicated to eliminating the pain, illness and suffering caused by tobacco.
Quit Victoria is an joint initiative of
- The Cancer Council Victoria www.cancervic.org.au
- The Department of Human Services www.dhs.vic.gov.au
- The National Heart Foundation www.heartfoundation.com.au
- VicHealth www.vichealth.vic.gov.au
Since our establishment in 1985, there has been considerable progress in reducing the harm that tobacco causes in our community. For example, Victoria's smoking rates have fallen substantially in both men and women. Other advances include legislation to protect people from second-hand smoke, phasing out most cigarette advertising, banning of smoking in workplaces, and exposing tobacco industry practices. These have been achieved through the efforts of many parties, but much more needs to be achieved.
We invite you to find our more on the history of Quit and important achievements in that time.
Five days after quitting most nicotine by-products have gone!
Step 2 - Make a plan
Having a plan helps you through the tough times like stress and cravings.
Our Strategic Plan
The Tobacco Control Unit is dedicated to eliminating the pain, illness and suffering caused by tobacco.
Our Beginnings
Quit Victoria began in 1985 and was established by the Minister for Health and The Cancer Council Victoria.
Tobacco control timeline
Timeline of major tobacco control events and Quit highlights from 1971 to 2005
