HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 - Caught on Camera

ACT faces pressure to crack down on illegal tobacco amid 'safe haven' fears

Lagging fines and inadequate powers among community concerns.

The Canberra Times · Sep 20

As tobacconist firebombings intensify in Melbourne, nearby stores are being denied insurance

Arson attacks related to illegal tobacco trade are also causing revenue and reputation problems for neighbouring businesses

The Guardian - AU · Sep 19

Medicare's ACCESS Model Adds Heart Failure, COPD, Addiction, and Tobacco Tracks for Original Medicare Patients in April 2027

Medicare's ACCESS model will add heart failure, COPD, addiction, and tobacco tracks in April 2027. Who qualifies, what it costs, and how to sign up.

Medical Daily · Sep 17

Serial burglar hit nearly 30 businesses, taking thousands in cash

Up to $10k worth of cigarettes, tobacco pouches were stolen in one raid.

The Canberra Times · Sep 14

Bandidos bikie charged over botched firebomb attack

A member of the Bandidos outlaw motorcycle gang will face court over the firebombing of a tobacco store that left an alleged arsonist critically injured.

AAP · Sep 12

'Cherrypicking': doubt over Labor's chosen smoking data

A survey that claims to show smoking rates declining, despite an explosion in black market tobacco, may have understated the true figure.

AAP · Sep 11

Bandidos bikie member arrested amid firebombing probe

A Bandidos clubhouse has been searched as arson detectives investigate the firebombing of a tobacco store that left an alleged arsonist critically injured.

AAP · Sep 11

Four Officials Who Decide Which Drugs, Vaccines and Vapes Reach Americans Now Hold Permanent FDA Appointments

HHS named permanent directors for the FDA centers governing drugs, biologics, and tobacco after a year of turnover. What each office controls.

Medical Daily · Sep 10

Peach and Watermelon Vuse Pods Reach U.S. Stores Without FDA Authorization Raising Fresh Youth Access Concerns

Reynolds American is selling four new flavored Vuse Pro pods the FDA never authorized. What the enforcement shift means for parents and teens.

Medical Daily · Sep 10

HHS Names Permanent Leaders of FDA Drug and Vaccine Centers, Setting the Direction for Future Reviews

HHS has named permanent directors for the FDA centers that regulate drugs, vaccines, and tobacco, plus a first deputy commissioner for AI.

Medical Daily · Sep 10