Theguardian iconTheguardianJul 13, 2026

Australia banned vape ads more than two years ago – so why are they still all over social media?

Guardian Australia has identified a network of posts across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube promoting the sale of illegal products to Australian audiences.

Australia banned vape ads more than two years ago – so why are they still all over social media?

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Guardian Australia has identified a network of posts across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube promoting the sale of illegal products to Australian audiences.

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Guardian Australia has identified a network of posts across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube promoting the sale of illegal products to Australian audiences.

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