Smoke-free areas in Tasmania

Tasmania’s smoke-free areas are outlined under the Public Health Act 1997 to: 

• protect you from second-hand smoke 
• stop smoking being a ‘normal’ activity 
• support you if you have quit or are trying to quit smoking. 

What products are banned in smoke-free areas?

You cannot use any of the following products in smoke-free areas for any reason:

• Tobacco products
• Electronic cigarettes
• Personal vaporisers
• Herbal cigarettes
• Non-tobacco cigarettes.

Types of smoke-free areas in Tasmania

• Inside public places (such as restaurants and shops) and within 3 metres of an entry to a public building.
• Pedestrian malls.
• Between the flags on patrolled beaches and outdoor areas at public pools.
• Outdoor dining areas at times when food can be eaten.
• Within 10 metres of playground equipment.
• Within 20 metres of competition and seating areas at sportsgrounds.
• Bus malls and within 3 metres of bus shelters.
• In cars when a child (under 18 years) is inside.

Smoke-free public events

• You cannot smoke at most public events in Tasmania. 
• These include music, food and wine festivals, markets, carols by candlelight, agricultural shows and more. 
• Sometimes, there may be designated smoking areas.  

Resources for organisers of smoke-free public events

• Smoke Free Public Notice
• Smoke Free Management Plan
• Smoke Free Events: A Guide for Event Organisers
• Sign: Public Event Designated Smoking Area
• Sign: This Public Event is Smoke Free

Smoke-free workplace

• Having a smoke-free workplace is one of the best things you can do for the health of your employees.  
• There are resources to help your workplace go smoke-free and support employees to reduce smoking. 

Download Going smoke-free: your workplace kit 

Local Councils - Declaring smoke-free areas 

Download Designating Smoke-free Areas Guide

Guidelines and signage for licensed and dining premises

Smoking Laws in Tasmania - A Guide for Licenced and Dining Premises

Approved smoke-free signage

• No Smoking or Vaping
• This Bus Mall is Smoke-Free
• This Pool Centre is Smoke-Free
• No Food is Allowed in an Outdoor Smoking Area
• No Smoking in Outdoor Dining Areas
• No Smoking in this Area During Mealtimes
• Smoking is Allowed in this Area During These Times Only
• No Smoking Within 20 metres of tees, fairways or greens during any organised competition; and for 30 minutes before and after the competition
• No Smoking within 10 metres of Children’s Playground
• No Smoking within 20 metres of Sports Competition or Seating Areas