Jim’s story
As one who started in pharmacy in 1947 I have seen the operation of drug laws under both regulated supply and today’s out of control market for now illegal drugs such as heroin, amphetamines and cocaine. Harm reduction strategies, although reliant upon doctor-patient cooperation, worked better then – even though there were no legal guidelines.
Today we have the technologies and medical science to do far more. 60 years of zero tolerance led to more tragic deaths, ruined lives, worry and burglary. They have created a world-wide multi-million dollar industry that does not pay taxes. As a federal parliamentarian in the 1980s and 1990s I moved for drug law reform, with Ric Charlesworth seconding the motion. The motion was never voted on and the tragedies continue.
– Jim Snow is a former Australian politician. Read More
Linda’s story
Our adored son and brother, Sam, died in 2000 from a heroin overdose. He was in his early twenties. Sam was a delight: tall, blond, handsome; a kind, generous, loving person with a highly-developed sense of humour. But he, like others, became trapped in an awful cycle and couldn’t break free despite making continued efforts — sometimes succeeding. Read More
Christian’s story
The war on drugs…. I’m never exactly sure how to write these things up so let’s give this a go. I think it’s important to start with me; for me at least, I used to be one of those guys that just thought “why would anybody do drugs?” Or “people should just say no”. That all changed however when I fell into my own addiction. My drug of choice, ice. Read More
Connor’s story
My name is Connor and I am a student of pharmacology and neuroscience. I am a kind loving person who has never brought harm to another human being in my life. However I have been suffering from depression, anxiety and ADHD almost my whole life.
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Jeanette’s story
A number of years ago I broke my back and tore some muscles. I received excellent medical care and was prescribed a paracetamol and codeine mix, and valium. They worked very well for the pain and muscle spasms. I also have bad osteoarthritis. Since I have also had friends with addiction problems, including being addicted to doctor-prescribed meds, I was very concerned about dependency and what I would do if I built up a tolerance to those meds. Read More
Paul’s story
My partner and I were together for nearly three decades. In our younger, wilder days we used all sorts of drugs, including heroin. As time went on, our priorities for life changed and we made the decision to stop using, which took some effort, but we got there. We had more time and ability to travel, we bought a home and did some renos, normal stuff. Read More
Emil’s story
I find it absolutely tragic and disturbing to experience first hand mainstream societies attitude towards dirty no good junkies like me. Unless the draconian laws and attitudes change we will continue to suicide or die slow painful lonely lives. I need more space for my sad story. Read More
Richard’s story
I had a mate at school – David, brilliant at Maths and Art, and a genuinely nice guy. Too popular with the girls for my comfort, but I still thought he was cool and admired him. By our last year at school he was into heavy dugs and later died of a heroin overdose. Such a brilliant mind and good person wasted by something we could easily have prevented with pill/drug testing. Read More
Michael’s story
I have smoked cannabis for 32 years and this makes me a law breaker in Australia. I have smoked cannabis with off duty police, business owners, a doctor, nurses and people from all walks of life. Most of these people are otherwise law-abiding and productive members of society.
Regulation and legalisation of cannabis could bring enormous financial rewards for the community.
– Name has been changed. Read More
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