Angela Burden, of Grange, with Alexander, 4 and Jamie, 8 months, at Henley Beach. Mrs Burden supports a proposal to ban smoking at the beach. Picture: Ian Roddie Source: AdelaideNow

WESTERN beaches could have "no smoking" sections under a proposal to be considered by Charles Sturt and Port-Enfield councils.

Charles Sturt Council will develop a policy on smoking, following concerns raised by some elected members about people lighting up in public outdoor areas, such as playgrounds and public open spaces, the Weekly Times Messenger reports.

Mayor Gary Johanson was also keen to apply for a ban on beaches in Port-Enfield, and said the council would consult the community before any changes were made.

The bans would be the first of their kind in SA, although there are already smoking restrictions in place at beaches in most Australian states.

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