Ministry of Health & Medicinal Cannabis Agency Announcements
Official announcements from the New Zealand Ministry of Health and Medicinal Cannabis Agency can affect medicinal cannabis businesses, healthcare professionals, licence holders and patients.
This page provides quick access to important official announcements and sources relevant to New Zealand’s medicinal cannabis sector.
Latest Updates
Medicinal Cannabis Licence Holders — September 2026
The Ministry of Health maintains the official list of current Medicinal Cannabis Licence holders in New Zealand. The list includes licence expiry dates and was most recently updated on 11 September 2026.
Faster Medicine Approvals Pathway — July 2026
A new Medsafe verification pathway came into force on 3 July 2026. It allows eligible medicines already approved by two recognised overseas regulators to use a streamlined New Zealand assessment pathway while retaining New Zealand regulatory oversight.
Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp Regulations — 2026
The Ministry published Cabinet material concerning changes to hemp regulation and the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme. The changes included amendments relating to medicinal cannabis cultivation and the supply of hemp plant material into the Scheme.
What to Watch For
Official Ministry and Medicinal Cannabis Agency announcements may include:
- Licensing and application updates
- Changes to medicinal cannabis regulations
- Minimum quality standards
- Cultivation and manufacturing requirements
- Import and export requirements
- Product and ingredient requirements
- Guidance for prescribers and pharmacists
- Consultation opportunities
- Updates for licence holders
Official Sources
Medicinal Cannabis — Ministry of Health
Official information for industry, consumers and health professionals.
Current Medicinal Cannabis Licence Holders
Official Ministry of Health list of current licence holders.
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Ministry of Health News
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Stay Informed
Businesses operating in New Zealand’s medicinal cannabis sector should regularly check official Ministry of Health and Medicinal Cannabis Agency information, particularly where an announcement may affect licensing, products, quality standards or regulatory obligations.
Important
MedicinalCannabis.co.nz is an independent information and business directory and is not affiliated with the New Zealand Ministry of Health or Medicinal Cannabis Agency. Information on this page is provided as a general guide. Always confirm current requirements and announcements directly with the relevant New Zealand government authority.
