As of 3 November 2025, the NSW Government’s tough new closure order powers came into force.
New closure order powers allow NSW Health to issue a short-term (up to 90 days) closure order or apply to the Local Court for a long-term (up to 12 months) closure order for premises selling illicit tobacco, or illegal vaping goods, or selling tobacco or non-tobacco smoking products without a valid licence.
New penalties for a range of tobacco retailing offences also commenced on 3 November 2025. This includes new penalties of up to 7 years imprisonment, a fine of $1.54 million, or both for selling illicit tobacco or possessing a commercial quantity of illicit tobacco.
NSW Health's strategy and policy on smoking and tobacco.
Smoke-free laws ban smoking and using e-cigarettes in all enclosed and certain outdoor public areas.
Ban on smoking and using e-cigarettes in outdoor dining areas.
Information for retailers on their legal requirements.
Supporting you to quit smoking.
Supporting people who smoke to quit is every health professional's job.
Vapes:
A range of publications for download or order.
If you suspect a business or individual is not complying with NSW tobacco and e-cigarette laws, you can make a report online.
Make a report online When to report
