June 2019 – NORML New Zealand

drug testing is increasing but does not work

NORML’s submission to NZTA on drug impaired driver testing

The Government is considering making changes to New Zealand’s drug driver testing and enforcement regime. Read NORML's submission to NZTA's discussion document here.

Chris June 28, 2019

Campaign For Media & Students Research

Fact-checking the anti-cannabis reports cited by Bob McCroskie and Family First

Turns out the sources cited by legalisation opponents in New Zealand are the same as anti-cannabis campaigners in the USA - and lack credibility.

Chris June 21, 2019

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Polls show how to win the cannabis referendum: social equity, social enterprise and social clubs

According to two polls this week, the cannabis referendum is in serious trouble. But they also provide clues for how to win. A model based on social equity, social enterprises and social clubs could be what it takes to win the cannabis referendum.

Chris June 15, 2019

About cannabis For Media & Students Research

Recreational cannabis law changes – Expert Q&A – Science Media Centre

A promised referendum on recreational cannabis next year has raised questions on what a legal, regulated cannabis market might look like. The SMC asked experts to discuss how potential legislative changes might change the drugs market and impact everyday Kiwis.

admin June 14, 2019

About cannabis Research

Latest Science Debunks Claim That Cannabis Significantly Harms Brain

Claims that cannabis use is associated with lower cognitive functioning are largely based upon the findings of a single longitudinal study. The “true effect [of cannabis exposure] could be zero.”

norml June 2, 2019