Two Victorians Face Further Charges Over Alleged PIED Imports
13 Aug 2026
Further PIEDs seized in Melbourne
Australian Border Force (ABF) officers intercepted 400 vials of suspected PIEDs across six consignments arriving in Australia between May and June 2026.
On 6 August, officers carried out search and seizure warrants at a residential property in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
They seized another 44 vials of suspected PIEDs, along with mobile phones, laptops and documents.
A 47-year-old Victorian man and a 42-year-old Victorian woman were arrested at the property.
New charges laid
Both people were each charged with six counts of importing Tier 1 Goods (PIEDs) and four counts of committing an indictable offence while on bail.
They appeared before the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 6 August and were granted bail. Their next court appearance is scheduled for 26 October.
The charges form part of a joint investigation involving the ABF, Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and Victoria Police that began in August 2025.
The investigation has resulted in the seizure of PIEDs, illicit steroids and peptide products with an estimated street value of more than $2 million.
Authorities warn about health risks
ABF Commander Graeme Campbell said the investigation highlights ongoing efforts to stop illicit substances entering Australia.
Professor Anthony Lawler, Deputy Secretary of the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and head of the TGA, said illegally imported PIEDs, including steroids and peptide products, can present serious health risks, particularly when produced overseas and supplied outside Australia's regulated therapeutic goods system.
The TGA said it will continue working with the ABF, law enforcement agencies and digital platforms to address the illegal advertising, importation and supply of these products.
People can report suspected border-related activity to Border Watch. Suspected counterfeit therapeutic goods, illegal activity and non-compliant therapeutic goods advertising can be reported to the TGA.
Two Victorians Face Further Charges Over Alleged PIED Imports
Source: Australian Border Force and Therapeutic Goods Administration, joint media release