Cannabis referendum’s razor-thin result shows mandate for change
The final results of the cannabis referendum have been released. Yes received 1,406,973 votes (48.4%) , compared to 1,474,635 votes…
NORML’s press releases
The final results of the cannabis referendum have been released. Yes received 1,406,973 votes (48.4%) , compared to 1,474,635 votes…
“Whichever side gets the most votes should recognise almost half the country voted the other way."
The Nope brigade is a coalition of busy bodies, wowsers and moralists that includes Family First and Bob McCroskie, a…
A team of researchers is collecting epidemiological data to better evaluate how cannabis consumers, and patients in particular, are responding…
New Zealand's new medicinal cannabis scheme has gone live, with regulations taking effect on 1 April 2020. Any doctor can…
The Government has announced a new approach to roadside drug testing. It seems like a good compromise, and evidence based.…
The NZ Government has released their draft Bill for the cannabis referendum. There is plenty to like about it. Here…
Cannabis reform organisation NORML has welcomed the release today of more details about the cannabis referendum and a draft bill,…
Now there is a model designed to win the referendum. It’s called CHOISE, and it puts opportunity, investment and social…
Download Taking control of cannabis: A model for responsible regulation
Massey University is hosting a series of public lectures on cannabis policy reform in the lead-up to the national referendum…
Public consultation on the medical cannabis scheme is OPEN NOW UNTIL 7 AUGUST: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/medicinal-cannabis-scheme-consultation
Controversy over edibles shows a smart approach is needed for the cannabis referendum and for medicinal cannabis
New Zealand's oldest cannabis reform group has welcomed details of the Government's cannabis referendum, but cautioned the devil is in…
This year, 2019, J Day is on "Star Wars Day", May the Forth (get it?). NORML and friends are organising…
Join us in Wellington this 9-10 November for the Cannabis Referendum Conference and NORML AGM double-header! Cannabis Referendum Conference Friday,…
Rally and Art Installation calling for a Moratorium on Medicinal Cannabis Patients and their supporters until the Laws are altered.…
With three bills before Parliament this year, medicinal cannabis advocates are calling for cross-party support for sensible solutions. Changes to…
The Government’s medicinal cannabis bill is back before parliament today – with MPs being urged to do what’s best for…
Cannabis campaigners have welcomed news today the Government is considering bringing forward the binding referendum on legalising cannabis to next…