Melbourne mulls extending smoking ban to areas outside city landmarks

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Smoking or vaping outside Melbourne landmarks and transport hubs could be banned under a proposal to expand existing smoke-free zones in the city.

There are smoking bans in 13 areas across Melbourne, including Bourke Street Mall and McKillop Street, and the City of Melbourne is considering expanding the zones.

“The rise in e-cigarette usage has been alarming, especially among our younger generation,” Lord Mayor Sally Capp said.

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