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Australia — allotment, law and dispensaries
Ivy's summary of the rules in force now, with a link to the official program.
Australia allotment
There is no fixed national gram-based allotment; the quantity is determined by the patient's doctor based on clinical need and the specific prescription provided. Patients may only obtain products through a pharmacy with a valid prescription, and home growing is illegal.
- Quantity is determined by the prescribing doctor based on individual clinical requirements.
- Only registered patients with a valid prescription may obtain medicinal cannabis.
- Home cultivation for personal use is strictly prohibited.
- Personal importation of cannabis products is illegal, though a limited traveller's exemption exists for carrying small amounts while entering the country with a prescription.
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Cannabis law in Australia
Legal — medical useAustralia operates a national medical cannabis programme where patients can access medicinal cannabis products through a prescription from a registered medical practitioner or nurse practitioner. Because most products are unapproved by the TGA, doctors must apply for access via the Special Access Scheme (SAS) or the Authorised Prescriber (AP) scheme to supply them through a pharmacy.
- Patients must obtain a prescription from a registered doctor or nurse practitioner.
- Most medicinal cannabis products are unapproved and accessed via the Special Access Scheme or Authorised Prescriber pathway.
- Personal cultivation of cannabis for medicinal or recreational use is prohibited.
- Patients cannot import cannabis products for personal use via online retailers.
- Medicinal cannabis is dispensed through licensed pharmacies.
Checked 2026-10-31 by Ivy.
Educational information, not legal advice. Always confirm with the official program.
Dispensaries in Australia
6 licensed places on file in Australia
- PlantMed Medicinal CannabisMedical
Newmarket Road, Wilston, Brisbane, Australia
- Fern DispensaryMedical
Shop 2/168 Brisbane Rd, Booval, Australia 4304
- QLD Progressive HealthMedical
2/71 Old Cleveland Road, Stones Corner, Brisbane, Australia 4120
(073) 162-6187Get directions - Medicinal Cannabis ClinicsMedical
154 Bennetts Road, Norman Park, Brisbane, Australia 4170
- ReleafMedical
388A Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Australia 4006
Monday - Wednesday: 9 am - 5 pmGet directions - Essence DispensaryMedical
Shop D/799 Old Cleveland Road, Carina, Brisbane, Australia 4152
(073) 398-3420Get directions
Little Green Pharma Expands Deeper Into European Markets
Australian medical cannabis company Little Green Pharma is continuing its push into European markets. The expansion highlights the growing international footprint of Australian cannabis producers in the EU.
kalkinemedia.com
Little Green Pharma Expands Deeper Into European Markets
Argent BioPharma Licences CannEpil Globally
Argent BioPharma has successfully licensed its medical cannabis product CannEpil globally in a transaction valued at US$5.5 million. The deal aims to clear debt and expand the international reach of their therapeutic offerings.
Small Caps
Argent BioPharma Licences CannEpil Globally
NSW Proposes Exemption for Medical Cannabis Drivers
New South Wales has introduced legislation to allow medical cannabis patients with valid prescriptions to drive with measurable THC in their system. The scheme would apply to unrestricted license holders who complete a safety program and stay below a designated threshold.
MedBud Community
NSW Proposes Exemption for Medical Cannabis Drivers
NSW Aligns Drug-Driving Rules with Medical Prescribing
New South Wales has moved to align its drug-driving rules with medical cannabis prescribing practices. This legislative action helps broaden medical cannabis access and protections for patients in Australia.
MedBud Community
NSW Aligns Drug-Driving Rules with Medical Prescribing
Australian Medical Cannabis Revenue Falls 28%
Australian medical cannabis revenue has dropped by 28 percent following tighter oversight by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). The regulatory crackdown has significantly impacted market performance and operator revenues.
Hanf Magazin
Australian Medical Cannabis Revenue Falls 28%