Tobacco Control

Laws controlling the retail and use of tobacco products in Victoria mean we can now enjoy a smoke-free environment while eating out, at shopping centres, in gaming venues and licensed premises, within the vicinity of children's playgrounds, preschools and kindergartens, schools and hospital entrances.

Tobacco laws also means large fines for selling cigarettes to children and tougher penalties for retailers of illegal tobacco.

All these laws have been put in place to help keep the Victorian community free from tobacco-related illnesses. Council administers and enforces the Tobacco Act 1987 and is responsible for ensuring all premises within Murrindindi Shire are compliant with the relevant tobacco laws for their businesses.

If you wish to start selling tobacco or have enquiries about your responsibilities with regards to selling tobacco, contact our Council on (03) 5772 0333 or view the Department of Health website.