New Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals a 40% rise in nicotine consumption from 2017-2025, driven by a surge in illegal tobacco to 80% of the market. This has led to a drop in household spending on cigarettes, creating a $6.9bn budget hole.
New Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals a 40% surge in nicotine consumption between 2017-2025, driven by a rise to 80% of illicit tobacco products. This has led to a drop in household spending on cigarettes, creating a $6.9bn budget hole.
Kawther Salih, a teen bride in an arranged marriage, alleges she was forced into labor in Australia's illegal tobacco trade by her husband, Sam Albion. The trade is estimated to be worth $7 billion, with incidents of arson-fueled violence reported.
The federal government has given $5.9 million to the Northern Territory to "shut down sleazy, ridiculous shops selling illegal tobacco".
The federal government has given $5.9 million to the Northern Territory to "shut down sleazy, ridiculous shops selling illegal tobacco".
Victoria's Supreme Court hears police received numerous tip-offs after underworld figure Gavin Preston was shot dead, including claims of a cemetery desecration and a feud with an illegal tobacco kingpin.
