VicHealth and Quit have welcomed the Federal Government’s bid to ban internet advertising of tobacco products, announced in Parliament today.
Quit and the Heart Foundation (Victoria) have applauded a decision by Port Phillip City Council on Monday night (November 8th) to ban smoking on its beaches from December 1, 2010.
Yarra council last night voted to investigate outdoor smoking bans in areas such as alfresco dining spaces, parks and playgrounds.
Tobacco displays will be hidden in most retail outlets in Victoria from January 1st, 2011 as legislation banning them comes into force.
Baw Baw Shire Council has become the first local government in Victoria to ban smoking in outdoor dining areas on council land across the municipality.
Quit and the Heart Foundation (Victoria) have welcomed news that Hobsons Bay Council will ban smoking on its beaches and playgrounds.