People using prescribed medical cannabis will lose their license if they test positive when driving. This post from BuzzFeed News reviews the mobile drug testing in Australia. On Wednesday the minister for health Greg Hunt approved the importation of medicinal cannabis into Australia. The announcement ensured Australians who suffered from chronic and painful illnesses would ... Continue Reading
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Medical Cannabis Declared Legal in Australia
Australia has now declared medical cannabis to be legal. This post from The Stoner’s Cookbook discusses how the legalization came about and the road forward. Australians all let us rejoice, for weed are young and free! Sure, the new anthem may need some work, but today is a proud day for all Australians who have fought hard to gain access to live-saving medicine as medical ... Continue Reading
Victoria Pioneers Legalization of Medical Cannabis in Australia
Legalization of medical cannabis in Victoria, announced recently by the state government, is expected to take effect in 2017. This post from BuzzFeed News reports the announcement made by the Victorian Premier, marking a first in Australian cannabis regulation. The Victorian Government has today announced it will be legalising the growth, manufacture, and sale of cannabis for ... Continue Reading
Australia Has Marijuana Legalization in The Offing This Year
An all-party Senate Committee in Australia is actively preparing to recommend marijuana legalization in the country before the end of this year, despite worries raised by health officials. This post from Reset.me discusses the likelihood of cannabis being made legal in Australia this year and the concerns that are being raised over potential risks. Australian lawmakers are ... Continue Reading