Industry & Legal

Cannabiz Australia has provided initial guidance from the CCA on pages 2 and 3 of their homepage. Read the full story here Written by: Sean Hocking Published on: July 16, 2024 at 02:24AM...

Biortica's COO, Kathleen Ward, provided an update on the company's efforts to develop the Australian cannabis industry, stating that 9 new varieties have arrived and 22 more landed last week, with 18 additional...

The NSW government has confirmed its first drug summit since 1999, to take place over four days starting in October, with two days of regional forums followed by two days in Sydney in...

A report by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission revealed that Australia's illicit drug usage is at near-record highs. Methamphetamine, cocaine, and nicotine consumption has surged, with Australia ranking high globally. Despite fluctuations, cannabis...

The Hemp Industry Bill 2024, backed by Victoria's government, aims to establish a standalone industrial hemp act and eliminate regulations regarding low-THC cannabis. It seeks to create fit-for-purpose legislation, remove stigma, and promote...

Cannabis Clinicians Australia (CCA), led by Professor Nicholas Lintzeris, has released draft guidance for prescribing medicinal cannabis to patients with substance-use disorder, aiming to clarify the contentious issue in New South Wales. The...

The compassionate access scheme, named Compass, is close to a formal launch after a successful trial run. With the aim to support up to 1,000 patients within a year, the scheme has received...

The TGA issued 3 infringement notices, totaling $56,340, to News Life Media Pty Ltd for alleged unlawful advertising of medicinal cannabis on Body+Soul website. The article promoted medicinal cannabis for treating serious conditions,...

ECS Botanics has received a $118k manufacturing grant from the Victoria Government and an additional $3.4 million in funding from National Australia Bank. The company plans to use the funds to expand its...

In a significant move towards more compassionate and logical drug policies, David Ettershank MP has introduced a motion in the Victorian Parliament aimed at protecting the rights of medicinal cannabis patients who drive....