Uncle Nathan Blacklock was one of rugby league's best wingers.
He now puts the same energy into his community, helping young people to live healthier lifestyles and supporting mob to quit smoking.
Uncle Nathan, what changes can someone expect when they stop smoking for good?
Every cigarette that you don't smoke is healthy for you.
You will feel better, your health will improve and of course you're going to save money.
It's personal for you, too.
Yeah, it's personal for me too.
You know, my dad smoked.
Unfortunately, my sister lost her partner to emphysema and now she doesn't get to spend a life with her partner that she love and the kids get are without a dad because of cigarettes.
This is why I'm in the community doing this.
I want to help people give up.
Yes, smokes are bad for us and the people around us.
When you smoke around family, especially bubs, kids and pregnant women, they're breathing it in too.
Uncle Nathan for black fellows who want to quit smoking, what have you seen that works well
There are many different ways to quit and go cold Turkey.
Cut back on your cigarette daily intake.
If you need someone to talk to, you can always talk to your health work at AMS.
There's quit line and there's actually a quit line for our mob.
You can talk to a chemist.
I have personally visited friends of mine that were quitting and all they wanted was a chat.
You know they need someone to talk to and someone to listen to them.
One more important thing, don't give up, just keep trying.
It might not work the first time you keep trying, you'll give up for good.
If Uncle Nathan's message has got you thinking you can quit too, it's never too late.
There's lots of support out there.
Yarn with your health worker.
Call the Quitline on 137848.
Download the free My QuitBuddy app to set your goals and track your progress or search Give up for good.