Australia

Mamamia reports, nicotine pouch products such as Velo from British American Tobacco are targeting youth on social media platforms.

Australian authorities seized nearly 500,000 illegal e-cigarettes in a joint operation, valued at over $15 million, sparking calls for stricter regulations.

Illegal e-cigarette dumping pollutes Australian waters, with diver Wayne Bradbury finding colorful litter in Shoalwater Bay.

Australian health ministers gathered in Brisbane urging federal parliament to pass legislation against e-cigarettes, led by Federal Health Minister Mark Butler.

New Zealand health professionals warn about the growing presence of ZYN nicotine pouches in schools, posing addiction risks.

Proposal of e-cigarette designated areas in Australian schools stirs debate on regulations and potential harm to youth.

Several vape retailers in New Zealand are flouting new regulations, selling products with excessive nicotine levels and unapproved flavors.

Australian Border Force (ABF) officials discovered 2.7 tons of disposable e-cigarettes falsely declared as clothing items, valued at $540,000.