#Latest news with #TheoFoukkareABC News5 days agoBusinessABC NewsThe new business model used by black market vendors to sell illicit tobacco and vapesBlack market vendors of tobacco and vapes are dropping pamphlets in letterboxes and approaching people while posing as sales representatives to continue their illicit trade. 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive was first alerted to the new method by caller Sam in Rye, who was approached in his panel beating business by someone offering the illegal products. The Chief Executive of the Australian Association of Convenience Stores Theo Foukkare told Ali Moore this new business model is more widespread than authorities realise, with even the Health Minister Mark Butler admitting he "hadn't heard" of such cases. Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive.
ABC News5 days agoBusinessABC NewsThe new business model used by black market vendors to sell illicit tobacco and vapesBlack market vendors of tobacco and vapes are dropping pamphlets in letterboxes and approaching people while posing as sales representatives to continue their illicit trade. 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive was first alerted to the new method by caller Sam in Rye, who was approached in his panel beating business by someone offering the illegal products. The Chief Executive of the Australian Association of Convenience Stores Theo Foukkare told Ali Moore this new business model is more widespread than authorities realise, with even the Health Minister Mark Butler admitting he "hadn't heard" of such cases. Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive.
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