Cancer Council WA welcomes the passage of the Cook Government’s amendment Bill to strengthen Western Australia’s tobacco and vape laws and acknowledges strong multi-party support to see the Bill progress through Parliament.
These amendments to the Tobacco Products Control Act 2006 will provide strong deterrence to businesses that supply illicit tobacco and vapes, including significant penalties and closure powers.
We look forward to the second tranche of amendments this year. We hope together these amendments will ensure WA’s tobacco legislation is contemporary, protects the health of Western Australians well into the future and remains responsive to emerging challenges.
There’s never been a better time to quit – and free support is available. People who smoke and vape can visit makesmokinghistory.tips for practical advice, new ways to quit, and to create a free quit plan. Young people who want to quit vaping can visit cleartheair.org.au for quit tips, the “Am I Addicted?” quiz, and practical support to help them break free for good.
