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  "publishedAt": "2026-05-17T04:31:08.000Z",
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  "textContent": "The Government's 68% excise rip on a packet of cigarettes has cruelled revenue and showered millions on tobacco pirates. Adam Shand reports on the Budget and thriving illicit trade.",
  "title": "Budget boon for tobacco pirates as police lose battle against cartels"
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