CAPE TO CAPE FOR CANNABIS 2026

Name: CAPE TO CAPE FOR CANNABIS 2026
Start: 2026-04-17T18:00:00+08:00
End: 2026-04-17T18:00:00+08:00
Location: Margarets Beach Resort-BASE CAMP, Cape to Cape Coastal Track, various others

About

🌿 Cape to Cape for Cannabis 2026 - Walk. Connect. Educate. Advocate.

Dates: 17–20 April 2026
Location: Cape to Cape Track, Margaret River, Western Australia

🌟 OVERVIEW

Cape to Cape for Cannabis 2026 is a four-day, purpose-driven event uniting Australia’s medicinal cannabis community on Western Australia's iconic Cape to Cape Track. Hosted by Medical Cannabis Research Australia (MCRA), this one-of-a-kind experience blends:
🥾 Daily scenic walks along world-renowned coastline
🎓 CPD-accredited education from Australia’s leading experts
🎉 Evening networking events that spark connection
💚 Advocacy and fundraising to expand patient access to medicinal cannabis

All proceeds support research, awareness and advocacy for patient access to medicinal cannabis.
Whether you're a prescriber, producer, policymaker, educator, advocate, or patient supporter — we invite you to walk with us.

👣 THE WALKS

Dates: Saturday 18 – Monday 20 April
Duration: 3–4 hours each day
Sections: The most spectacular and accessible parts of the Cape to Cape Track
Inclusions:
- Event t-shirt and hat
- Transport to/from trailheads
- Prepacked lunch & refreshments
- Support crew and community vibes
No overnight hiking required — just fresh air, sweeping coastal views, and an inspiring group of like-minded changemakers walking with purpose.

🎓 CPD EDUCATION DAY

Date: Friday 17 April 9am-4pm
Location: The HEART, Margaret River
Partner: Medihuanna (Education Partner)

Confirmed Speakers:
* Prof. Iain McGregor (Lambert Initiative, University of Sydney)
* Janet Schloss PhD
* Justin Sinclair
* Dr Judith Lacey
* Dr Jim Connell
* Dr Matthew Moore
* Dr Stephen Chalk
* Dr Ganesa Ponraja

Topics include:
Cannabis pharmacology, prescribing pathways, clinical evidence, patient case studies, current research, regulatory insights and more.

🌆 EVENING EVENTS LINEUP

Each night, our community gathers for relaxed networking, great food, and even better company. Choose your events or attend them all via the 4-Day All Access Ticket.

🎉 Friday 17 April – Opening Night
📍 The HEART, Margaret River
DJ entertainment
Licensed bar
Roaming canapés
Event launch & guest introductions

🍷 Saturday 18 April – Winery Networker
📍 Edwards Wines
Live jazz duo
Cocktail dress code
Miss Chow’s Asian-fusion tasting menu
Networking & wine with cellar door winery views

🌮 Sunday 19 April – Beachside Session
📍 The Commons Bar & Kitchen
Casual American-Mexican eats
Great cocktails & local beers
DJ & beachy good vibes
Our Base Camp’s own bar venue

🎷 Monday 20 April – 420 Closing Party
📍 Mystery scenic outdoor location
+ DJ
+ Fully catered BBQ
+ Celebrate cannabis culture, research & reform

Proudly sponsored by GOLD sponsor Motherplant

🏨 ACCOMMODATION – Book ASAP

We’ve secured a 15% discount off 2025 rates at our official Base Camp:
Margarets Beach Resort – steps from the ocean and the Sunday night venue.
⚠️ Rooms are limited due to a major surfing event nearby the same weekend. Please book ASAP to stay with the group.

📞 Call: (08) 9757 1227
📧 Email: stay@margaretsbeachresort.com.au
💬 Mention: Medical Cannabis Research Australia for your discount

👤 VIP GUESTS CONFIRMED

We are honoured to welcome some of Australia's most influential figures in cannabis reform, research and public policy.
⭐ Dr Brian Walker MLA – Legalise Cannabis WA
⭐ Fiona Patten – Former MLC, Reason Party

Stay tuned for more VIP guest announcements!

🌱 POWERED BY OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS

We are deeply grateful to our sponsors and partners who make this event possible:
💛 GOLD SPONSOR
- Motherplant

🥈 SILVER SPONSORS
- Montu
- Canopy Growth Corporation / Spectrum Therapeutics
- Vitaponix Australia
- ECS Botanics Holdings Ltd
- Medibis
- Tasmanian Botanics
- Health House International / Little Green Pharma

🥉 BRONZE SPONSORS
- CannElevate
- Entoura Pty Ltd
- Forbidden Harvest
- Nectartek Australia With more to be announced soon!

🎓 EDUCATION PARTNER
- Medihuanna

🗞️ MEDIA PARTNER
- Cannabiz

💚 Let’s Make History Together

Australia’s medicinal cannabis industry is evolving rapidly — but there’s still so much work to do.

Whether you’re here to network, walk, learn, share your story, or simply support the cause, your participation helps:

✅ Fund vital research
✅ Amplify patient voices
✅ Build professional connections
✅ Advance legal access
✅ Inspire industry unity

Let’s put WA on the global map for cannabis advocacy and education — and have a damn good time doing it.

🔗 Ready to Join Us?

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DDHMF

🏨 Accommodation: stay@margaretsbeachresort.com.au

🌿 Learn more or reach out via LinkedIn, Facebook or Instagram.

Let’s walk the walk — together.
See you in Margaret River 🌊