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The Australia legal cannabis market reached approximately USD 111.71 Million in 2025. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 26.80% between 2026 and 2035, reaching a value of around USD 1200.29 Million by 2035.
Australia is expanding access to medical cannabis through regulatory updates aimed at improving patient availability. According to ABC News, policy changes are streamlining approval processes and supporting growth in the legal cannabis market.
Increasing investments are accelerating growth in Australia’s legal cannabis sector. According to Reuters, companies are scaling production capacity and expanding distribution networks to meet rising domestic demand.
Compound Annual Growth Rate
26.8%
Value in USD Million
2026-2035
| Australia Legal Cannabis Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
| Base Year | USD Million | 2025 |
| Historical Period | USD Million | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | USD Million | 2026-2035 |
| Market Size 2025 | USD Million | 111.71 |
| Market Size 2035 | USD Million | 1200.29 |
| CAGR 2019-2025 | Percentage | XX% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 | Percentage | 26.80% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region | New South Wales | 30.6% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region | Victoria | 28.7% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Type | Recreational Cannabis | 29.5% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Product | Buds | 29.5% |
| Market Share by Region | New South Wales | XX% |
The rising popularity of cannabis-infused edibles and beverages has opened several avenues for the growth of the Australia legal cannabis market. This has led to increased investment from several market players as well as the entrance of new providers. Furthermore, legal cannabis can be found in health and wellness products such as topicals and oils as it can offer several therapeutic benefits to customers without any side effects. Cannabis can further be used for medicinal purposes as they offer relief from chronic pain, and epilepsy, among other health conditions.
Greens Senator David Shoebridge submitted the first federal-level proposal for the legalisation of cannabis in Australia in August 2023. Their aim is to establish a legal system for the sales of cannabis which can also aid in boosting the economy.
The market is segmented by type into medical cannabis and recreational cannabis. As per the Australia legal cannabis industry analysis, medical cannabis, with a CAGR of 24.1%, ranks second due to increasing acceptance and legalisation for medicinal purposes and advancements in medical cannabis products. Recreational cannabis, growing at a CAGR of 29.5%, ranks first, driven by the growing legalization for recreational use, increasing consumer demand, and product innovation.
The market is further segmented by product into buds, oils, tinctures, and others.
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by | Type |
| Recreational Cannabis | 29.5% |
| Medical Cannabis | XX% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by | Product |
| Buds | 29.5% |
| Oils | 28.4% |
| Tinctures | XX% |
| Others | XX% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by | Region |
| New South Wales | 30.6% |
| Victoria | 28.7% |
| Queensland | 27.6% |
| Western Australia | XX% |
| Others | XX% |
| Australian Capital Territory | XX% |
In early 2026, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) released its new compliance principles for 2026–2027, placing medicinal cannabis under priority enforcement alongside vapes and weight-loss drugs, and introducing quarterly reviews instead of annual assessments to strengthen product quality oversight across Australia's supply chain.
Australia's Office of Drug Control (ODC) data confirmed that domestic medicinal cannabis production reached approximately 41 tonnes in 2024, while imports were estimated at 60–65 tonnes, with Australian producers beginning to build export activity shipping an estimated 4,190 kg to Germany in 2025 as domestic supply scales.
Official TGA data confirmed that Special Access Scheme Category B (SAS-B) approvals for medicinal cannabis reached 224,462 in 2025, a 26% increase from 177,737 in 2024, reflecting enhanced prescriber engagement and greater patient demand for cannabis-based therapies across pain management, PTSD, and insomnia indications.
Zelira Therapeutics raised USD 32.98 million through its HOPE 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in January 2026, with ThirdGate Capital acquiring a 50% interest and Zelira retaining 39.7%, providing funding to complete the FDA regulatory pathway for HOPE 1, targeting Phelan-McDermid Syndrome and autism spectrum disorder.
Expert Market Research's industry report provides a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, and forecasts the dynamics of the Australia legal cannabis market spanning from 2019 to 2035.
The research report delivers up-to-date insights into the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities shaping the Australia legal cannabis industry.
Stakeholders can leverage Porter's five forces analysis to assess the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. This analysis aids in evaluating the competitiveness and attractiveness of the Australia legal cannabis market.
The competitive landscape section enables stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their competitive environment. It offers insights into the current market positions of key players, their strategies, and their market shares.
Additionally, the report highlights emerging trends, regulatory influences, and technological advancements that are pivotal for stakeholders navigating the Australia legal cannabis market landscape.
*While we strive to always give you current and accurate information, the numbers depicted on the website are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the main report. At Expert Market Research, we aim to bring you the latest insights and trends in the market. Using our analyses and forecasts, stakeholders can understand the market dynamics, navigate challenges, and capitalize on opportunities to make data-driven strategic decisions.*
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| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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