Everyone’s quitting journey is different, so you need to find the support that works for you.
For a detailed overview of quitting smoking, download the Quit Because You Can booklet or request one to be posted to you as part of our Quit Kit.
What is it?
An interactive quit planner.
How do I get it?
Right here on the Make Smoking History website.
How much does it cost?
FREE
What are the main benefits?
The quit planner will help you identify why you smoke, your triggers and will give you lots of new ways to kick the habit.
Considerations
Whether this is your first time quitting or you've tried 20 times before, this is a great starting point for your next quit attempt.
What is it?
A confidential, evidence-based telephone counselling and online support service. Quitline will work with you step-by-step and provide tips and strategies that are tailored specifically for you. Quitline is an inclusive and culturally safe space for all, with dedicated Aboriginal Quitline counsellors and an interpreter service for people who speak a language other than English.
How do I get it?
Call 13 7848, text “call back” to 13 7848 for a call back, request a callback online, or chat online.
How much does it cost?
If you request a callback, Quitline will call you free-of-charge. Otherwise expect the usual cost for a call/text from your phone/mobile.
What are the main benefits?
Helps you with personalised advice and strategies to quit, and can call you at your request as often as you would like to give you additional support. Whether you’re thinking of quitting, recently quit or relapsed, Quitline can support you.
Considerations
Phone/mobile or internet access required.
What is it?
Online support.
Personalised online quitting plan.
How do I get it?
How much does it cost?
Free
What are the main benefits?
Helps you plan to quit step-by-step, including what to expect when you quit, how to manage cravings and ways to break old habits.
Considerations
Internet access required.
What is it?
How do I get it?
Download via the App Store or Google Play.
How much does it cost?
Free
What are the main benefits?
Helps to keep you on track by reminding you of your health and financial gains and also features a game and a discussion forum.
Considerations
Smartphone and internet access required.
What is it?
These tablets stop many of the rewarding feelings in your brain that are associated with smoking nicotine.
How do I get it?
Book an appointment with your doctor.
How much does it cost?
Prescriptions last several weeks and can cost as little as $1.50 a day. Talk to your GP or pharmacist for details.
What are the main benefits?
Helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms and dull the effects of nicotine on your body.
Considerations
Talk to your doctor about any existing health issues or potential side-effects.
What is it?
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) medications include patches*, gum*, lozenges*, mouth spray and inhalators.
*Prices may be cheaper with a prescription, check the PBS schedule
How do I get it?
Book an appointment with your doctor or talk to your pharmacist.
How much does it cost?
Medications start from $6.60 for one script on the PBS, or check your local pharmacy for prices. Prices vary by brand and duration of use e.g. patches come in packets of 7 or 28.
What are the main benefits?
Helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms and dull the effects of nicotine on your body.
Considerations
Talk to your doctor about any existing health issues and potential side-effects.
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