Marijuana Media: Unboxing GG#4 medical cannabis, and Whakamana Cannabis Museum founder Abe Gray answers your questions
Also during the discussion, I broke open my new pack of GG#4 (Gorilla Glue) prescribed medicinal cannabis which I had picked up from the dispensary on my way in. Visiting team players could, in fact, obtain prescriptions for medicinal cannabis products while here in Aotearoa New Zealand, and claim an exemption for that. In Australia this week the Legalise Cannabis Party has out-polled the Greens in the Fadden (QLD) byelection. Legalise Cannabis MP Jeremy Buckingham, a former Greens senator who switched parties, tweeted it “Bodes well for upcoming Senate races.”Legalise Cannabis Party outpolls Greens in Fadden By-election. Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party, NZ Outdoors & Freedom Party, Vision NZ, and Freedoms New Zealand wanted a review of the Electoral Commission’s broadcasting allocation for this October’s election.
Source:Stuff
July 24, 2023 17:59 UTC
Car crashes into South Otago ditch
Fire crews have responded to a call-out in South Otago after a car crashed into a ditch. A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesman said crews from Balclutha and Clutha Valley attended the incident at the corner of Pannets and Clutha River roads, near Clydevale, about 4pm today. A single vehicle had left the road at a corner and entered a ditch, causing minor injuries to its three occupants. No one was trapped during the incident, the spokesman said. A cause for the crash has yet to be established.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 24, 2023 17:54 UTC
Dickason trial: Web searches on pediatric overdoses
Internet searches on “lethal doses” of medicine for children were found on Lauren Dickason’s cell phone. Stuff.co.nz reports that the searches were conducted on Lauren’s phone in July and August 2021. The search history includes:“Lethal Dose of Alprazolam for Children.” It was looked up on Lauren’s cell phone’s Internet search function on July 31. Joshua Locke, a digital forensic analyst for the police, was asked about the internet searches during cross-examination by Lauren’s lawyer Abbie Hollingworth. Locke confirmed that he did not include it in the report on Lauren’s phone after being instructed that it was not relevant.
Source:Stuff
July 24, 2023 17:29 UTC
Artificial intelligence ad agency launches for small businesses
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Source:Stuff
July 24, 2023 17:09 UTC
Covid update: 3764 new cases, 24 deaths
Photo: Getty ImagesThere have been 3764 new cases of Covid-19 reported in New Zealand over the past week and 24 further deaths. Of the new cases, 1844 were reinfections - close to half. The seven-day rolling average of cases has dropped to 535. Five deaths were reported in Auckland, six from Waikato, one from Bay of Plenty, one from Hawke's Bay, one from the Wellington region, three from Nelson-Marlborough, three from Canterbury, one from West Coast and three from Southern. Last week saw 4332 new cases reported and 13 further deaths.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 24, 2023 14:57 UTC
Don’t Expect a Full Package of Stimulus in China: Pimco
Bloomberg Television published this video item, entitled “Don’t Expect a Full Package of Stimulus in China: Pimco” – below is their description. “We don’t expect a full package of stimulus from China’s government.” Annisa Lee, executive vice president and head of credit research at Pimco, discusses China’s Communist Party Politburo meeting, expected stimulus measures and her outlook for the property sector. She speaks on Bloomberg Television. ——– Follow Bloomberg for business news & analysis, up-to-the-minute market data, features, profiles and more: http://www.bloomberg.com Connect with us on… Twitter: https://twitter.com/business Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloombergbusiness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloombergbusiness/ Bloomberg Television YouTube ChannelGot a comment? Please note comments are moderated before publication.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 24, 2023 13:37 UTC
The South Today Bulletin: Monday, July 24, 2023
Nightly news bulletin from Monday, July 24, 2023. Top stories: The rescue helicopter is called to the small town of Roxburgh, after a two-vehicle crash; a new movie theatre, barbershop, and cafe are being constructed in Hawthorndale, with dementia care in mind; and a new rubbish truck is making the rounds of Christchurch, with some environmentally friendly features. The South Today features stories from Dunedin, Christchurch, Otago, Southland, and other regions across the South Island. The team covers local people, local issues and puts a local spin on national news.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 24, 2023 12:45 UTC
Daily review 24/07/2023
Written By: notices and features - Date published: 5:30 pm, July 24th, 2023 - 38 commentsCategories: Daily review - Tags:Daily review is also your post. This provides Standardistas the opportunity to review events of the day. The usual rules of good behaviour apply (see the Policy). Don’t forget to be kind to each other …Share this: FacebookLinkedInRedditPinterestMastodonTwitterPrintEmail
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 24, 2023 11:10 UTC
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Australian deportee sentenced to home detention for dealing meth
Video / NZ HeraldAn Australian deportee who was caught dealing methamphetamine again has been sentenced to community detention. The court heard Buschl had offered 20.55g of methamphetamine over four months. The court heard the defendant wanted to be able to serve a sentence from his home as he often worked there. The court heard Buschl had funded his own residential rehabilitation in Auckland and was now sober. You don’t want to go backwards.”He sentenced him to three months’ community detention and 15 months’ intensive supervision to be served at the address where the offending had occurred.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 24, 2023 09:40 UTC
Allan fired
Kiritapu Allan has been fired as a Minister after being charged with reckless driving, resisting arrest and driving in breach of alcohol limits last night. Update: The Police now say that Allan has been charged with careless driving not reckless driving. Careless use is a fine only offence, reckless driving can involve a jail sentence. And the second charge was refusing to accompany not resisting arrest. Further update: It appears that the source of the misdescription may have been Allan herself.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 24, 2023 06:22 UTC
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Man charged after police negotiators, AOS called out for alleged hostage situation in Dunedin
Video / NZ HeraldA 21-year-old man has been remanded in custody on an assault charge, after he appeared to hold a woman hostage with a weapon in central Dunedin. He said there was a physical argument between a man and woman involving a weapon (not a firearm) at a residential apartment. “During the course of the argument, it appears the man tried to stop the woman from leaving the house. “However, with the assistance of emergency services, she was able to leave without incident.”The incident appeared to relate to a family-harm incident. The man has been remanded in custody on charges of assault on a person in a family relationship.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 24, 2023 02:39 UTC
BREAKING: For Christ’s sake Kiri – Minister resigns immediately after latest self inflicted blunder
Justice Minister Kiri Allan involved in car crash in WellingtonJustice Minister Kiri Allan was taken into police custody after being involved in a car crash in Wellington, The Post understands. Witnesses say the East Coast MP’s car struck a parked car on Evans Bay Parade in Roseneath on Sunday evening. TDB Recommends NewzEngine.comGo deal with your emotional luggage Kiri, good luck for the future, but it ain’t in Labour any longer. Increasingly having independent opinion in a mainstream media environment which mostly echo one another has become more important than ever, so if you value having an independent voice – please donate here. If you can’t contribute but want to help, please always feel free to share our blogs on social media
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July 24, 2023 01:47 UTC
Victoria Beckham sparks speculation of Spice Girls reunion with singing clip and mysterious message
Citing a recent article on Stuff.co.nz, Victoria Beckham has potentially dropped a clue about her rumored return to the Spice Girls in a new video. More to come.” Fans were ecstatic over the video, with many commenting that it could be a sign that the long-awaited Spice Girls reunion is finally happening. Rumors have been circulating that the Spice Girls will reunite in 2024 for a headline slot at Glastonbury, coinciding with the band’s 30th anniversary. - Advertisement -In summary, Victoria Beckham’s recent karaoke performance of a Spice Girls classic and her cryptic message on Instagram have sparked rumors of a possible reunion for the iconic girl group. The Spice Girls’ 30th anniversary in 2024 may serve as the perfect occasion for their long-awaited reunion.
Source:Stuff
July 24, 2023 01:33 UTC
Watch live: PM to speak on Kiri Allan resignation
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Source:Stuff
July 24, 2023 01:14 UTC
Open mike 24/07/2023
This heatwave is a climate omen. But it’s not too late to change courseA chronological listing of news and opinion articles posted on theduring the past week: Sun, July 16, 2023 thru Sat, July 22, 2023. Story of the WeekThe warming of the planet ...
Source:Stuff
July 24, 2023 00:36 UTC