Tobacco laws in Queensland
Penalties, fines and enforcement
Find out the current penalty rates and where to report a possible breach of the tobacco laws.
Outdoor public areas
Smoking is either banned or restricted in many public outdoor areas in Queensland.
Smoking in vehicles
Regulations apply when smoking in a vehicle.
Eating or drinking venues
Food and drink businesses must follow regulations around smoking areas.
Tobacco retailing
Regulations apply to the sale and promotion of tobacco products and ice pipe and bong products.
Electronic cigarettes
Proposed and existing regulations around the sale and use of electronic cigarettes.
Educational facilities
Smoking is banned at state and non-state schools, and for 5 metres beyond their boundaries. From 1 September 2016, the ban also applies to early childhood facilities.
Hospitals, healthcare and residential aged care facilities
From 1 September 2016, the smoking ban at hospitals and health centres includes residential aged care facilities. A 5 metre buffer zone applies.
Local government
Local government has an important role to play in supporting and creating smoke-free public places.
