Australia's $33bn tobacco tax crisis hits budget
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
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Exclusive investigation uncovers how children are secretly using nicotine pouches, with experts warning of serious health risks and addiction concerns for young users across the UK.
The vibrant Double Deuce Lounge in Sydney's CBD has permanently closed, leaving cocktail enthusiasts mourning the loss of this beloved speakeasy-style establishment known for its innovative drinks and intimate atmosphere.
The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements radical new legislation targeting smoking rates and youth access.
A landmark legal battle unfolds as a Sydney woman prosecuted for flying a Hezbollah flag mounts a constitutional challenge against Australia's counter-terrorism legislation, testing the boundaries of national security laws.
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The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
Sydney residents are battling an extraordinary surge in fly populations, with experts pointing to unusual weather patterns and environmental conditions creating perfect breeding grounds for the pesky insects.
A Westminster resident faces a hefty penalty after council enforcement officers witnessed their dog fouling incident and discovered the owner wasn't carrying proper disposal bags.
Groundbreaking legislation gives tenants unprecedented power to sue landlords over hazardous living conditions including damp, mould and cold homes. Discover your new rights.
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
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A Thai traveller's Australian dream holiday turned into a financial nightmare after border officials discovered £10,000 in undeclared cash hidden throughout his luggage at Sydney Airport.
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Experience the vibrant colours, dazzling lights and cultural celebrations as Sydney's Indian community marks Diwali 2025 with breathtaking festivities across the city.
Discover how Kingtex International is revolutionising Sydney's bedding market with premium quality linens at wholesale prices, making luxury sleep affordable for everyone.
Millions of Sydney residents are on high alert as the Bureau of Meteorology issues severe weather warnings for destructive supercell storms bringing giant hailstones, damaging winds, and intense rainfall across New South Wales.
The legendary Pink Pony Club, a cornerstone of Sydney's LGBTQ+ community and nightlife scene for a quarter-century, is closing its doors permanently following a devastating fire and ongoing redevelopment pressures on Oxford Street.
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Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious smoking ban legislation that would create the UK's first 'smoke-free generation' with groundbreaking restrictions on tobacco sales.
Brussels officials are exploring radical proposals to phase out cigarette sales across member states, potentially creating Europe's first smoke-free generation in decades.
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Commuters across Sydney faced severe disruptions on Tuesday as a major police operation closed key roads and train services experienced significant delays, creating a perfect storm of transport chaos.
The mysterious disappearance of Hayden Grainger continues to baffle Sydney police as desperate search enters critical phase. Family makes emotional plea for information.