Methamphetamine Accounts For 80% Of Australian Illicit Drug Spending
A new National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Report found the illicit drugs market in New South Wales is valued at more than $14 billion annually. The report also found that almost four tonnes of cocaine are consumed in the state every year.
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2GB Sydney
“The National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Report found the value of illicit drugs market has risen to more than $14 billion annually.”
2GB Sydney
“illicit drugs market has risen to more than $14 billion annually.”
2GB Sydney
“illicit drugs market has risen to more than $14 billion annually. annually. stealing items potentially worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.”
ABC NewsRadio AU
“Its latest report found Australians spent over $14 billion on illicit drugs in the 12 months to August 2025, the highest value recorded by the program.”
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