This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Australia statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Australian statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Australian-specific metadata information.

Indicator available
Indicator description
Geographical coverage
Unit of measurement
Definitions
Calculations
Other information
Quality assurance
Comparability with international data/standards
Comments and limitations
Rational and interpretation
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This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator name

Age-standardized prevalence of current tobacco use among persons aged 15 years and older
Indicator number

3.a.1
Target name

Strengthen the implementation of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control in all countries, as appropriate
Target number

3.a
Global indicator description
UN designated tier

1
UN custodian agency

World Health Organization (WHO), Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC)
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (PDF 866 KB) opens in a new window