Sydney pays the price of its place as the nation’s cocaine capital
On July 6, 2026, the Australian Federal Police warned that Sydney's cocaine production is set to reach record highs. Cocaine output in Colombia quadrupled to 4,100 tonnes by 2024, driven by increased cultivation and less eradication efforts. New South Wales accounted for one-third of 8,000 kilograms detected in the 2024-25 period, reflecting rising addiction concerns.
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Published 05 Jul 2026, 19:10 UTC · Updated 05 Jul 2026, 19:20 UTC
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