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Commonwealth act
This Act has been repealed and is no longer in force. It is retained for historical reference.
What this Act does:
This law bans tobacco advertising across Australia to protect public health by limiting exposure to messages that encourage smoking or tobacco use.
Key prohibitions:
Who it affects:
Important exceptions:
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Direct links to the current provisions in Tobacco Advertising Prohibition Act 1992.
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Enforcement:
Why it matters: This Act implements Australia's international obligations under the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. By restricting advertising across all media—including modern digital platforms—it reduces smoking initiation among young people and denormalizes tobacco consumption.