FED:Don't buy restricted items on internet

AAP General News (Australia)
12-03-2010
FED:Don't buy restricted items on internet

The federal government is warning Christmas shoppers who buy banned or restricted imports
online can expect to have them intercepted and confiscated by Customs.

Home Affairs Minister BRENDAN O'CONNOR says the strong Australian dollar and increasing
ease of online shopping is encouraging more Australians than ever to do their Christmas
shopping on the internet.

But he says online shoppers should be wary of buying counterfeit designer clothing
.. cosmetics .. luggage .. and electrical items such as hair straighteners and computer
goods.

Some websites claim their products can be brought into Australia but customers should
check with Customs first.

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KEYWORD: BANNED (CANBERRA)

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