New nitrous oxide laws to help reduce health harm

New nitrous oxide laws to help reduce health harm

25 Mar 2024

The misuse of nitrous oxide gas cannisters has been associated with significant harm, including permanent brain and spinal cord damage.

The changes will not impact access to nitrous oxide for businesses in the automotive industry, or when used in a medical setting, which is already heavily regulated under WA law.

For more information, read the Minister’s media statement.