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3 October 2026

The lucrative illegal trade smuggling Australia's reptiles overseas

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The lucrative illegal trade smuggling Australia's reptiles overseas

Australian reptiles are being targeted by organised crime gangs, with authorities warning that international students can get caught in the middle.

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