Retailers have a responsibility to prevent people under 18 years of age from purchasing tobacco or e-cigarette products.
Staff responsible for the sale of tobacco or e-cigarette products, must complete training every six months and sign a Training Acknowledgement form.
A template training acknowledgement document [ PDF, 189.44 KB] is available.
Our Environmental Health Officers conduct regular visits to tobacco and e-cigarette retailers to provide information and ensure compliance with the Tobacco Act 1987.
The Tobacco Act 1987 requires:
- no sales to people under 18 years old
- smoke free dining, including at outdoor food events
- correct display and advertising requirements
- smoke free areas around hospital, school and childcare entrances, playgrounds and under age sporting events
- display of no smoking signage
Reporting issues with compliance
If you believe there is a breach of the tobacco laws in the City of Yarra, please submit a report to us and include the following information:
- address of premises
- description of issue
- date of the offence
If the issue is occurring now call Yarra City Council 9205 5555 and ask to speak with our Public Health team.
More information
For more information about tobacco and e-cigarette requirements for businesses or the public, visit the Department of Health website.