ASH action smokefree places Australia


	ASH Action: smokefree places
	All indoor and crowded outdoor public places should be smokefree by law. Children, and people in their workplaces, should be protected from secondhand smoke. These places include: CAMPUSES Universities and colleges are taking action to make campuses smokefree, to end on-campus tobacco sales and promotion, to break links with the tobacco industry, and to improve on-campus quit support. See our tobacco-free campuses page including our new *Tobacco-free campus guide* - and more information for tertiary students and staff. CARS See information and evidence about Smokefree cars More info on Smoking and fires See the Car and Home: Smoke Free Zone website of the NSW ETS & kids project. It has info, research, laws, actions and contacts. HOMES Shared and high density housing Apartments, flats, units and other close dwellings - taking action to protect your home against harmful smoke drift. Latest legal cases and useful factsheets. See the Car and Home: Smoke Free Zone website of the NSW ETS & kids project - info, research, laws, actions and contacts. See Australian state and territory roundup of action for smokefree cars and homes, including the legislative steps forward taken by enterprising governments. More about Secondhand smoke harm to animals OUTDOOR AND PARTLY ENCLOSED PUBLIC AREAS What's happening at state and local government level to get smoke away from crowded areas - to protect children and workers. Also to reduce butt litter and fires. Parks, playgrounds, bus shelters, beaches/waterways, al fresco dining areas & more. SCHOOLS AND HOSPITALS Rundown of law and policy in Australian states and territories. WORKPLACES Including licensed venues. People have a right to smokefree workplaces - whether fully enclosed or not. This link is to the SmokeFree Australia coalition of health and trade union groups - of which ASH is a member. Send an email for smokefree pubs and clubs NOW to NSW leaders See Cancer Council NSW background on O utdoor smoking Tips for taking tobacco action This link will help you become an ASH supporter (no cost) You can also help us by supporting us financially - or with your time and effort…..
	Page last updated on 25/5/09