Victoria

Victoria, Australia, Plans Tobacco Licensing System with Fines up to AUD 1.7M
Victoria Labor government plans to introduce toughest tobacco licensing laws to combat illegal trade, supporting public safety policies.
Nov.12

Illegal E-cig Market in Victoria, Australia Predicted to be AUD 500M
Illegal e-cigarette trade in Victoria, Australia estimated to be worth $500 million, raising concerns of a black market.
Regulations
Feb.07

Victorian Police Arrest Seven for Illegal Tobacco and Motorcycle Gangs
Australian police arrest seven in crackdown on illegal tobacco industry and motorcycle gangs; seize 43kg loose tobacco and 134,000 illegal cigarettes.
Regulations
Nov.24

PMI Appoints Victoria Harker to Board
Philip Morris International (PMI) appoints Victoria Harker as board member, effective from January 1, 2024.
BusinessPMI
Sep.19

Calls to Revise E-Cigarette Laws in Victoria, Australia
The Victorian government faces calls to revise e-cigarette laws as 75% of purchases are made through illegal channels.
Oct.20

Reynolds American Inc. wins legal victory in e-cigarette patent case.
Reynolds American wins legal victory in patent case involving e-cigarette technology against Philip Morris.
Sep.15

Call for Stronger Policies Against E-Cigarette Use in Victoria, Australia
More calls for action against increasing e-cigarette use in Victoria, Australia, particularly among youths; similar to Melbourne's smoke-free plan.
Aug.29

‘Disgusting’: calls to overhaul enforcement of e-cigarette regulations in Victoria
VicHealth says retail licensing scheme is needed as children as young as 10 become addicted
Regulations
Jul.11
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