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Findings published, enforcement void confirmed
RNZ and ODT report reveals a Papakura dairy selling Hongtashan cigarettes for $17 with non-compliant packaging; Ministry of Health confirms no prosecutions for packaging breaches in the past year.
RNZ begins investigation
RNZ launches an investigation into black market cigarette sales in Auckland, identifying shops allegedly selling illicit products.
No prosecutions for tobacco packaging breaches in 12 months despite open sale of illicit cigarettes at sub-excise prices. Legal experts question enforcement capacity and regulatory gaps, while lost customs revenue and undermined retail compliance raise policy alarms.
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