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Maxine Shea Founder of Hemp Collective at Parliament House for the Senate Inquiry

Senate Hemp Inquiry: What the Report Means for Australia

Advocacy & Industry The Senate Has Spoken on Hemp. We Were in the Room. Hemp Collective · August 2026 In July 2026, the Senate Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee released its report, Opportunities for the development of a hemp industry in Australia. It runs to 147 pages, draws on 71 public submissions

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Maxine Shea Founder of Hemp Collective, Professor Tobias Kretzschmar, Ben Roche, Pro Vice-Chancellor

Maxine Shea: Norco Primex Business Leaders Luncheon

It was an honour to be part of one of the Northern Rivers’ most anticipated gatherings of the year. The Norco Primex Business Leaders Luncheon, hosted by Business NSW as part of the Norco Primex Field Days, brought together regional leaders, researchers, industry innovators and community voices, and Hemp Collective & Ihemp NSW was proud

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Finally Moves to Reform Medicinal Cannabis Driving Laws

NSW Finally Moves to Reform Medicinal Cannabis Driving Laws

NSW Finally Moves to Reform Medicinal Cannabis Driving Laws For hundreds of thousands of NSW residents who rely on medicinal cannabis prescriptions, a long-awaited shift in the law is finally underway. The Minns Labour Government has announced it will introduce legislation to create a fairer, more commonsense framework for prescribed patients behind the wheel, ending

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Hemp Collective Named Finalist in the Clean + Conscious Awards 2026

Hemp Collective Named Finalist in the Clean + Conscious Awards 2026

Hemp Collective Finalists in the Clean + Conscious Awards 26 We’re incredibly proud to share that Hemp Collective has officially been named a Finalist in the Clean + Conscious Awards 2026. Announced on Wednesday, 20th May 2026, the Clean + Conscious Awards celebrate brands and products helping shape a healthier, kinder and more sustainable future across Australia

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Australian-Made Skincare: Why Beauty Lovers Are Obsessed

Australian-Made Skincare: Why Beauty Lovers Are Obsessed

Australian-made skincare is showing up on bathroom shelves from New York to London, and it’s not a coincidence. Beauty lovers who obsessively read ingredient lists are gravitating toward these formulas for very specific reasons rooted in geography, regulation, and a formulation philosophy that most mainstream brands simply don’t share. The obsession is earned, and there’s

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Hemp and Climate Change: Is It The Answer?

The climate crisis has been the centre of debate for decades. But as the years tick over, the arguments only seem to get more heated, with very few solutions to show for it.  But recently, the Australian government has confirmed it will attend the COP26 Glasgow Summit, while also committing to net-zero emissions by 2050. 

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Hemp For Horses -Yay Or Neigh?

Hemp For Horses – Yay Or Neigh? Hemp. A misunderstood plant that’s bursting with health benefits for humans and pets alike.  And now, there’s growing interest in using hemp seed balms, oils, and our shampoo bars for horses to improve their joints, boost energy, aid digestion, support immunity and create a lusciously shiny coat. So,

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