What the New Illicit Tobacco Penalties Mean for Buyers
Australia has sharply tightened its approach to illicit tobacco, and the changes now reach beyond large-scale sellers and importers. Under the Combatting Illicit Tobacco Act 2026, buying illicit tobacco can attract serious criminal penalties, including a conviction, imprisonment of up to 10 years, or substantial fines. For everyday consumers, this makes it more important than ever to understand...