Tasmanian Vaping Laws to Remain in Place Despite National Changes

Vaping laws coming into effect from today in some other parts of Australia will not apply in Tasmania, the Director of Public Health, Dr Mark Veitch, has confirmed. From today, 1 October 2024, national laws about the sale of e-cigarette products have changed. This means that in some mainland jurisdictions, adults can buy certain e-cigarette products over the counter in pharmacies without a prescription. However, in Tasmania existing laws restricting the buying and selling of e-cigarettes will remain in place. Dr Mark Veitch, Director of Public Health, said: “Despite changes elsewhere Tasmania is retaining the current requirements for the buying and selling of e-cigarette products.