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Smoke-free Areas

We want to hear from you!

Is second-hand smoke a problem in Kingborough?

Council is seeking your input to help us understand our community’s needs around smoke-free spaces within the municipality.

This initial consultation aims to start a conversation with you around smoke-free spaces.  The responses received will be used to guide future directions in this area.  We will advise the community of the outcome of the consultation and if further engagement is required.

Did you know….

  • Smoke-free areas are regulated under the Public Health Act 1997.
  • Under the Public Health Act areas such as indoor restaurants and shops, within 3 metres of an entry to a public building, pedestrian malls, outdoor dining areas (at times when food can be eaten), within 10 metres of playground equipment, bus malls and within 3 metres of bus shelters are all declared smoke free areas.
  • In these smoke-free areas you cannot use any tobacco products, electronic cigarettes such as vapes, herbal cigarettes, and non-tobacco cigarettes.
  • Council has powers under the Public Health Act to declare Council owned areas as smoke-free areas.
  • Council has previously declared Kingston Park and The Community Hub as Council owned smoke-free areas.

 

HAVE YOUR SAY

Your feedback will help inform Council’s direction with smoke free areas in the community.

To provide your feedback you can:

This consultation will close on Tuesday, 28 May 2024.