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Smoke Free Outdoor Areas Policy

Under the NSW Local Government Act 1993, Councils have the power to legislate in their own jurisdictions to protect their local communities from the effects of second-hand smoke.

The objectives of this Policy are to:

:-    Improve the health and amenity of the community by banning smoking in public outdoor areas

;-    Raise community awareness of the issues associated with smoking

;-    Provide community leadership in taking measures to protect the health and social wellbeing of the community.

Contact details
Environmental Services Manager
02 49800255 (ph)
02 49873612 (fax)
bruce.petersen@portstephens.nsw.gov.au

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