Legalise Cannabis Party

Will your party commit to allowing religious schools and other religious institutions to recruit staff and implement policies which reflect their ethos? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports human rights, anti-discrimination and tolerance. We respect religious freedom but oppose broad exemptions that enable discrimination in hiring or policy enforcement. Equality before the law is essential—no institution should override anti-discrimination protections. 
We advocate for solutions that balance religious freedom with the right to live free from discrimination, ensuring religious organisations can operate lawfully without unjustly excluding individuals. 

ACL Score:

0/10

Will your party commit to protecting free speech in Australia by not introducing laws that will further erode religious freedom and freedom of speech? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports civil liberties, privacy and free speech. We oppose unnecessary restrictions on open discussion but recognise the need for laws against hate speech and vilification to prevent harm. 
We reject laws that criminalise speech simply for being unpopular but oppose the misuse of “free speech” to justify discrimination. We support strong privacy protections and oppose unjust censorship, ensuring Australians can express themselves freely while protecting against harm. 

ACL Score:

7/10

Does your party intend to restore the definition of a woman in the Sex Discrimination Act to be based on biological sex?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party upholds human rights, anti-discrimination and social justice. We support legal protections for all individuals, including women and gender-diverse people, and believe balancing rights requires nuance, not exclusion. 
We oppose rolling back protections for transgender people while recognising the importance of fairness in women’s sport and safe spaces. Policy decisions should be based on evidence, promoting inclusivity and fairness rather than divisive rhetoric. 

ACL Score:

2/10

Does your party support the continuance of the current chaplaincy program in schools?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports tolerance, compassion and social justice in student wellbeing. Schools should have access to inclusive, evidence-based and non-discriminatory support services. 
We back the National Student Wellbeing Program (NSWP), which allows schools to choose between religious chaplains and secular pastoral care workers, ensuring support for all students. Publicly funded school programs must remain inclusive and prioritise students’ wellbeing. 

ACL Score:

6/10

Will your party commit to reviewing the ‘Consent and Respectful Relationships Program’ to ensure gender ideology and all references to potentially harmful practices are removed?   

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports human rights, tolerance and evidence-based education that promotes respect and inclusion. 
We believe consent and respectful relationships education equips young people with vital knowledge. Discussions on gender identity should be guided by medical and psychological expertise, not fear or misinformation. 
While programs should be reviewed for age-appropriateness, we oppose removing content that affirms gender-diverse students. Education should foster understanding, not exclusion. 

ACL Score:

2/10

What steps will your party take to ensure the national curriculum does not contain matters that are not factual or evidence-based? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports evidence-based education that prepares students for the real world. 

We reject claims that teaching Indigenous history, sustainability or social inclusion is “radical” or “indoctrination.” First Nations history and sustainability are factually significant and should be taught. We acknowledge concerns about curriculum complexity and support regular reviews to ensure balance and effectiveness while prioritising literacy and numeracy. 

ACL Score:

2/10

Will your party commit to an audit of all Australian Government departments’ DEI policies, guides, and training to ensure they are implemented based on a genuine commitment to fairness, capability and respect for all, rather than identity-based diversity policies that favour particular groups and individuals over others?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, including in the Australian Public Service. 
We back evidence-based policies that foster inclusivity without unnecessary bureaucracy. Diversity policies correct systemic disadvantages, not exclude others. 
We support periodic policy reviews but oppose rolling back DEI initiatives that promote fairness and equal access for all Australians, including LGBTQI+ individuals and First Nations people.

ACL Score:

3/10

Does your party consider that children and adolescents under 18 years of age should be allowed to take puberty blockers and cross–sex hormones, and undergo surgery to remove breasts and other sex organs?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports human rights, privacy and evidence-based healthcare. Medical decisions, including for transgender youth, should be guided by experts, not politics. 
We support the national review of treatment guidelines but reject fear-based rhetoric. Healthcare decisions should be made by patients, families and professionals, prioritising informed consent and best-practice care.

ACL Score:

3/10

Which recommendations of the “Inquiry into online gambling” (the Murphy Inquiry) does your party propose to adopt?

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports harm reduction and evidence-based policies to address gambling addiction. 
We back the Murphy Inquiry’s recommendations, including a ban on online gambling ads and an end to commission-based incentives. Stronger consumer protections and support services are essential. 
Our approach focuses on reducing harm without criminalising individuals, prioritising public health over corporate profits. 

ACL Score:

10/10

Does your party support the introduction of age verification to restrict access to pornography by children under the age of 18? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports protecting children from harmful content while safeguarding privacy and digital rights. 
We support age-appropriate protections, but any verification system must avoid privacy risks and government overreach. 
We back evidence-based solutions that restrict minors’ access without infringing adult rights or enabling surveillance. Policies must be transparent, accountable and privacy-focused. 

ACL Score:

10/10

What initiatives are your party planning to implement to increase the Australian birth rate and to support parents wishing to stay at home and care for their children? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports family policies that empower parents. 
We back financial and social support for parents who stay home in early years, including improved leave and flexible work. Affordable childcare should also be available. 
A holistic approach to population challenges must include better healthcare, housing and economic stability, not just birth rate increases. 

ACL Score:

7/10

What steps does your party propose to take to reduce homelessness in Australia? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports urgent investment in social and affordable housing. 
Housing is a human right, and we back public housing expansion and community projects. We also support harm reduction services for vulnerable populations. 
A fair housing system requires government action, private sector responsibility and community-driven solutions to ensure stability for all Australians. 

ACL Score:

5/10

Will your party push for an inquiry into the connection between a legalised or decriminalised sex industry and human sex trafficking?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports strong anti-trafficking policies while protecting sex workers’ rights. 
We back an inquiry into trafficking causes and reject blanket criminalisation, which pushes sex work underground. 
Regulation, worker protections and targeted enforcement ensure safety while reducing exploitation. 

ACL Score:

7/10

Will your party support an inquiry into annual spending on “Closing the Gap”, including an audit of privately controlled entities and an evaluation of all funded programs, to ensure they are effective in helping vulnerable Indigenous Australians? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports accountability in Indigenous policy. 
We back an inquiry into “Closing the Gap” spending to ensure effectiveness. 
Cannabis legalisation would help reduce Indigenous incarceration rates, create economic opportunities and improve health outcomes. 

ACL Score:

7/10

What is your party’s position on whether federal laws should be changed to permit VAD consultations via Telehealth? 

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports voluntary assisted dying (VAD) with strong safeguards. 
Access should not depend on location—Telehealth could help rural patients. 
Legal frameworks must ensure informed consent, prevent coercion and prioritise palliative care. 

ACL Score:

5/10

What plans does your party have for the legalisation of cannabis or other illicit drugs? 

]Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports legalisation to end the black market, reduce crime and free up law enforcement resources.
Evidence from the US, Canada and Portugal shows legalisation lowers youth use, reduces crime and boosts tax revenue.
Regulation ensures public safety, responsible use and harm reduction. 

ACL Score:

0/10

Given that currently, parents cannot access their 14–17-year-old children’s My Health Record unless the child consents, does your party propose to restore parental rights to access their children’s records, except in exceptional circumstances?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports balanced healthcare policies for young people. 
We recognise parental involvement is important but also respect young people’s right to privacy in sensitive medical matters. 
We back reviewing My Health Record access rules to balance parental support with young people’s autonomy and safety. 

ACL Score:

5/10

Given the current levels of poverty and humanitarian need around the world, and the concern regarding aid budget being used ideologically, does your party plan to increase foreign aid as a percentage of the Federal Budget to meet desperate international needs, targeting it where it’s practically required, ensuring it’s not influenced by ideology?  

Party Response:

The Legalise Cannabis Party supports increasing foreign aid for humanitarian needs. 
Aid must be transparent, prioritise healthcare and education, and avoid funding corruption or human rights violations. 
We back community-driven solutions to ensure aid aligns with fairness and justice. 

ACL Score:

8/10