Report smoking or e-cigarette use in a smoke-free place

Introduction

Smoking and using e-cigarettes is banned by law in all enclosed public areas and certain outdoor public areas. If you think a smoking ban has been broken, you can report it online.

Indoor smoke-free zones

Smoking and using e-cigarettes is banned in all enclosed public areas including in shopping centres, cinemas, libraries and public transport.

Outdoor smoke-free zones

Smoking and using e-cigarettes is banned at:

• public transport stops such as train station and light rail platforms, bus stops, ferry wharves and taxi ranks
• commercial outdoor dining areas
• within 4 metres of a pedestrian entrance or exit of a public building
• within 10 metres of children's play equipment (such as a playground in a park)
• public swimming pools
• spectator areas at sports grounds or other recreational areas used for organised sporting events.

What you need

To make a complaint you'll need to provide details of the incident, including:

• where it was – place name and address
• when it was – date and time
• description of what happened
• your contact details (optional)
• photo (optional).

How to lodge a complaint

1. Select the 'Report online' button.
2. Follow the prompts to complete and submit the form.

More information

• If you provide your contact details when completing the online form, NSW Health may contact you for further information if required.
• You can also make a complaint by contacting your local Public Health Unit.
• For further information or other complaints, call the Tobacco Information Line on 1800 357 412 (English language) or 13 14 50 (other languages).