New vaping laws banning disposables come into force today
The distribution, manufacture, sale and supply of disposable vapes are now banned.
There will be increased penalties - up to $400,000 for manufacturers, importers and large retailers - and as much as $50,000 for any other person - who breaches the rules.
The way stores look has to change from today as well - vape products must be kept out of sight. Online stores can't have images of vape products and they can't link to overseas websites with these pictures.
Kathryn talks to Janet Hoek, a professor of Public Health at the University of Otago.
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