Tasmanian authorities seize nearly $10 million in illegal tobacco and vapes
Tasmanian authorities seized nearly $10 million worth of illegal tobacco and vapes during the last financial year. This included 5.43 million cigarettes and 29,899 vapes, representing significant increases from the previous year. The state government is urging the federal government to cut tobacco excise to combat organized crime and black market sales.
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Published 14 Jul 2026, 04:10 UTC · Updated 14 Jul 2026, 04:20 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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