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Plastic Bag Ban - Victoria

Description

The Victorian Government has implemented a state-wide ban on lightweight plastic shopping bags. Banned bags have a thickness of 35 microns or less at any part of the bag.

The ban applies to all retailers, including:

  • supermarkets
  • greengrocers
  • bakeries
  • pharmacies
  • clothing stores
  • restaurants
  • cafes
  • markets
  • food outlets.

Service type

Regulatory Obligation

An obligation defined in law. A business must comply with relevant services.

Exemptions

The ban does not apply to:

  • barrier bags used for unpacked perishables (like loose fruit or vegetables or meat)
  • bags that are a key part of sealed packaging
  • garbage bags
  • nappy, dog waste or medical waste bags. 

Other resources

Task Business Structure Resources
Apply All Comply with the Plastic Bag Ban (Opens in new window)

Act(s) name

Environment Protection Act 2017 Victoria

Regulation(s) name

Environment Protection Regulations 2021 Victoria

Administering agency

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Contact details

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