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Queensland landlords could soon face jail for ignoring illegal tobacco. What are other states doing?

Written by Coral Gartner, Director, NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence on Achieving the Tobacco Endgame, The University of Queensland

Reports of illegal tobacco crimes have sharply increased in Australia in recent years. Organised crime syndicates believed to be behind tobacco smuggling operations have also infiltrated the retail sector.

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Queensland landlords could soon face jail for ignoring illegal tobacco. What are other states doing?
Australian Border ForceReports of illegal tobacco crimes have sharply increased in Australia in recent years. Organised crime…
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Half of Australian landlords sell their investments after 2 years, adding to renters’ insecurity
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Minns Labor Government shutting down the Business Connect program

The NSW Opposition is concerned that the Labor government will shut down a support program that has assisted New South Wales businesses. In a media ...

Samsara Eco appoints Dr. Lars Kissau as General Manager for Asia

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Why outdated security leaves small businesses exposed to crime

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Why it’s time telcos rethink location and put customer experience first

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