Tobacco and vaping
Queensland Health has released a consultation paper for proposed amendments to the Tobacco and Other Smoking Products Act 1998 and State Penalties Enforcement Regulation 2014.
Your feedback on the proposed amendments would be greatly appreciated. The closing date for feedback is 5 pm Friday 20 June 2025.
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Penalties, fines and enforcement
Find out the current penalty rates and how to report a possible breach of the smoking laws.
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New smoking reforms
Community feedback has been incorporated into the proposed amendments for new smoking reforms.
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Smoking product supplier licensing scheme
Information for smoking product retailers and wholesalers about the smoking product supplier licensing scheme.
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Smoking product retailing
Find out about the rules that apply to the sale and promotion of smoking products and prohibited items such as ice pipes and bongs.
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Outdoor public areas
Smoking is banned in many public outdoor areas in Queensland, find out what the rules are and how they apply to different areas.
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Educational facilities
Smoking is banned at state and non-state schools and early childhood education and care facilities and for 5 metres beyond their boundaries, find out more about the rules and access resources.
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Hospitals, healthcare and residential aged care facilities
Smoking is banned at hospitals, health care facilities and residential aged care facilities and for 5 metres beyond their boundaries, find out more about the rules and access resources.
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Local government
Local government has an important role to play in supporting and creating smoke-free public places.
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Refer a client to Quitline
Form to refer patients to Quitline, a helpline for people who wish to quit smoking.