Brisbane Tops List for Illegal E-Cigarettes in Australia

Dec.26.2024
Brisbane Tops List for Illegal E-Cigarettes in Australia
Brisbane tops Australia in illegal e-cigarette numbers, with over 13,000 seized at port since January 1, 2024.

According to data from the Australian Border Force, Brisbane has become the city with the highest number of illegal e-cigarettes in Australia, as reported by Sky News on December 26th.


Since January 1, 2024, Australian authorities have seized over 6 million e-cigarette devices and accessories nationwide.


More than 130,000 e-cigarettes were intercepted at the port of Brisbane.


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