Topic signal in Australia
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Updated Aug 11, 2026
metro petrol stations raided
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- Aug 11, 2026
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Over 100 Metro Petroleum service stations across Australia have been raided in a crackdown targeting illegal tobacco and vape sales.
A significant nationwide operation has seen more than 100 Metro Petroleum service stations raided due to concerns over illicit tobacco and vape products. The crackdown has prompted Metro to terminate arrangements with certain operators and resulted in temporary closures of stations, notably across Sydney.
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ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Service stations nationwide raided over illegal tobacco, vapes - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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