Molasses tobacco seized
The Australian Border Force (ABF) has arrested two Melbourne men for attempting to import over three tonnes of molasses tobacco into Australia. The investigation commenced…
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Highlighter Ice Smugglers
Authorities discovered a shipping container with almost 300 kilograms of ephedrine secreted in 21,000 highlighter pens, carrying out raids and making arrests last week. The…
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No rest for ABF officers
While most Australians were enjoying Christmas and New Year’s Eve with their family and friends, thousands of Australian Border Force (ABF) officers were on duty…
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Record drug and precursor seizure
A record 3.9 tonnes of ephedrine, plus 350 kilograms of methamphetamine, have been seized and three people arrested as a result of joint investigations between…
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Asbestos Assurance on Imported Goods
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection have recently issued a notice in relation to assurances that imported goods do not contain asbestos. Strict liability…
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Increased Security at Australian Cargo Facilities
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) have warned of increased cargo intervention across Australian cargo facilities. “We are working collaboratively with our law…
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Something Fishy
Australian Border Force (ABF) investigators have arrested and charged a 37-year-old Chinese national with allegedly importing more than 9.5 kilograms of ephedrine concealed inside dried…
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ABF Examinations
We’ve highlighted the need for the Australian Border Force (ABF) to conduct holds on imported containers into Australia previously. This is necessary and integral, and…
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Border-controlled drugs seized
An investigation into a threat by bikies has resulted in the largest seizure of ephedrine on record and the arrest of a drug supply syndicate…
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Smuggle Bug
A Czech national has been fined $2000 for attempting to smuggle thousands of insects on a flight out of Australia. On 20 February 2017, the…
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