Matilda's story
Matilda Mercury shares her story of quitting smoking. Hear about smoking in the LGBTIQ+ community, what inspired Matilda to quit, and the many benefits Matilda continues to enjoy as a result of stopping smoking.
StoryAunty Hazel's story
My name is Aunty Hazel and I’m from Dimboola Victoria. My mob is Wotjobaluk and I am an elder. I had never intended to give up smoking but on the 11th February 2021, that all changed.
StoryAnne's story
Anne quit smoking after having been a "3-pack per day chain smoker". Read her story to find out how she dealt with cravings, and how stopping smoking changed her life for the better.
StoryRobyn's story
After quitting smoking, Robyn could finally save up for the one thing she had always wanted.
StoryRob's story
Rob spent 10 years trying to quit for good. How did he do it? With oranges and his might.
StoryLily's story
By quitting vaping, Lily has experienced a newfound sense of physical and mental freedom, empowering her to embrace a healthier, happier life.
StorySandra Warwick's story (Ballarat Grammar)
Sandra Warwick, the Senior School Deputy Head at Ballarat Grammar, is a dedicated advocate for reducing vaping harms among students. She encourages collaboration between all levels of the community to ensure a healthier environment for young people.
StoryDr Robert Roseby's story
Dr Robert Roseby as a Paediatric Respiratory Physician specialising in children’s lungs and airways health, is deeply concerned over the long-term effects of vaping on children’s overall health and well-being.
StoryKayla's story
Kayla, an Environmental Health Officer, has seen the concerning rise in vaping within her community, particularly among young people targeted by retailers.
StoryStudent's story (Lyndhurst Secondary College)
Motivated by a desire to help their peers quit vaping, Year 11 students at Lyndhurst Secondary College took matters into their own hands and produced a video raising awareness that people can reach out to their friends for support.
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