The Albanese Government has appointed Amber Shuhyta as the new Illicit Tobacco and E-cigarette (ITEC) Commissioner, effective from 1 July 2025. The ITEC Commissioner role was created in July 2024 to coordinate national efforts to combat illicit tobacco and e-cigarette trade. Shuhyta replaces interim commissioner Erin Dale, who concluded her 12-month term on 30 June. In her new role, Shuhyta will lead a unified national response and support the development of strategies to counter the growing threat posed by illicit tobacco and vaping products. Tony Burke, Minister for Home Affairs, said the ITEC Commissioner will work side by side with state and territory authorities, to assist those jurisdi... [Read more]