Smoking & tobacco
We work in collaboration with the Victorian Government to reduce the incidence of smoking in the community.
We administer service agreements with councils to undertake tobacco control activities identified and funded by the Department of Health and Human Services. We also advocate on behalf of councils in respect of statutory and administrative requirements set by the Victorian Government and other agencies.
Partnerships
The strong partnership between the MAV, councils and the Department of Health and Human Services enables councils to undertake education and enforcement activities with thousands of tobacco retailers, eating establishments and licensed premises in relation to the provisions of the Tobacco Act 1987 .
Service agreements have been operating since 2000 when smoking was first banned in restaurants across Victoria. Nearly $1.4 million was provided to councils in 2021-22.
MAV Resources
- MAV Tobacco Control Activity Annual Report July 2021 to June 2022 (PDF - 1.0MB)
- MAV Submission to Review of Victoria's Approach to Illicit Tobacco Regulation - Feb 2022 (PDF - 170.5KB)
Other Resources
Quit Victoria Smokefree Guide for Councils (PDF - 307.6KB) can assist councils with the development of Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plans, as well as COVID Reactivation or Recovery Plans. It includes suggested actions that councils can take to further reduce tobacco harm by extending outdoor smoke-free areas to maximise public amenity and safety.
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Engage with us
Email: publichealth@mav.asn.au