Two men have been sentenced for importing and distributing more than 10 million illicit cigarettes, evading an estimated $13 million in duty.
Two men sentenced over $13 million illicit cigarette operation Read More »
Australians buying cheap cigarettes and vapes online are exposing themselves to fraud and organised crime, according to AACS.
AACS warns cheap smokes are exposing Aussies to financial crime Read More »
The alleged ringleader of a syndicate accused of supplying Melbourne with more than seven tonnes of illicit tobacco has been charged.
Alleged syndicate leader charged over $36m tobacco imports Read More »
The SA Government has ordered 50 stores across the state to close for selling illicit tobacco and vapes since 5 June.
SA issues 50 store closures in illicit tobacco crackdown Read More »
Fanta has partnered with Universal Pictures and Blumhouse to bring horror icons Chucky, Freddy Fazbear and M3gan to Australia this Halloween.
Fanta partners with film production companies for new release Read More »
AACS has accused the Australian Medical Association (AMA) of omitting key facts in the national debate over illicit tobacco.
AACS calls out AMA for “misinformation” in illicit tobacco debate Read More »
One of Australia’s largest illicit tobacco syndicates has been disrupted following a major seizure by the ABF-led Illicit Tobacco Taskforce.
ABF taskforce seizes $12m in illicit tobacco and vapes in Qld Read More »
Authorities seized $40,000 worth of illicit vapes in Melbourne CBD as crackdown on unlawful sales continues.
Illicit vapes worth $40,000 seized from Melbourne CBD store Read More »
AACS warns that Australia’s prohibitionist vape policy is endangering lives, following a Sydney man’s arrest over vape liquid laced with a deadly opioid.
Lethal vape seizure sparks renewed reform calls Read More »
States escalate efforts with record seizures, harsher penalties and closure powers to combat illegal tobacco trade.
NSW and QLD ramp up crackdown on illicit tobacco and vapes Read More »
Illegal tobacco now makes up nearly 40 per cent of the market as convenience sector calls for urgent reform.
Illicit tobacco seizures hit historic high Read More »
The AFP has frozen more than $1m from illegal vape sales as AACS urges tougher action against illicit trade.
More than $1 million restrained in crackdown on illicit vape sales Read More »
All tobacco products sold in Australia must comply with new federal legislation, marking a significant overhaul of tobacco regulations.
New tobacco laws now in effect across Australia Read More »
