Cannabis supporters inside and outside Victoria, Australia were hoping that locals would have a chance at voting on a question asking if they supported legalizing cannabis for adult use. Unfortunately, this vote won’t happen.
The Legislative Council of Victoria has resoundingly rejected a bid to allow Victorians “have their say” on the legalisation of cannabis use. The Legislative Council of Victoria has resoundingly rejected a bid for Victorians to “have a say” on legalising cannabis use. Star Journal In its coverage, it reported. “Greens and Animal Justice MPs backed the move. Labor and Liberal Nationals MPs strongly opposed the move.
David Limbrick, a libertarian member of parliament who supports the legalisation of cannabis, said that he was in favor of the motion even though he disliked plebiscites. Also, the outlet reported. But he agreed to create a legal and regulated market that would take on a $1 billion plus industry of organised crime in Victoria.
The Cannabis Legalisation Plebiscite Bill, 2026, would have asked voters if they supported the legalization of cannabis for adults to use, possess, and grow at home. David Ettershank (Legalise Cannabis MP Western Metropolitan Region) introduced the Cannabis Legalisation Plenary Bill in the Victorian parliament.
According to a Roy Morgan survey conducted in June of 2025, almost half of Australian adults are in favor modernizing policies for adult-use cannabis.
“Opposition is down to 41% (also 15 points from 2015, when it was 56%), and 11% are undecided. The latest numbers reflect a significant shift in public sentiment toward legalization. The pollsters said.
“Over 69,000 Australians were asked: “In your opinion should the smoking of marijuana be made legal – or remain illegal?” “From April 2024 until March 2025.” Roy Morgan has also written on its behalf. website The poll was conducted at that time.
“Analysis shows that support for the legalisation marijuana has now varied clearly by region. Both Australian Territories are in favour.” The N.T. leads with 57% of those in favor (35% against), followed closely by the ACT (56% of those in favour and 36% opposed)”. Roy Morgan reported. “Tasmania has strong support with 52% (36% against), and Queensland has majority support with 51% (39% opposing).” This is the only state where the rural population exceeds the urban population.
The debate in Australia on marijuana legalisation is still evolving. The national mood in Australia has changed significantly over the last decade, with nearly half of Australians supporting marijuana legalisation. While the younger generation is leading the change, opposition persists, especially from older groups and teenagers. Public attitudes continue to be influenced by global trends (including more state legalisations in the US) and local discussions about policy, like the ACT’s previous reforms. These results show how attitudes are changing as Australia looks to its next steps. Michele Levine, CEO of Roy Morgan, said.
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