Wayne Taylor makes final bid for Victorian parliament
Wayne Taylor, founder of Legalise Cannabis Victoria, is running for Victoria's upper house and says it's his final campaign.
Wayne Taylor, a Castlemaine real estate agent and long-time cannabis reform advocate, has announced his candidacy for Victoria's upper house in the 2026 state election. The 57-year-old founded Legalise Cannabis Victoria.
Taylor says this is his final attempt at winning a seat after previous runs at federal and state level. The upper house voting system gives him a better chance.
He needs about 16.7 per cent of the vote in Northern Victoria Region. The lower house requires more than 50 per cent in a single seat.
Taylor campaigns on legalising personal cannabis use and expanding the hemp industry. He also wants to reform driving laws for medicinal cannabis users.
He cited concerns about roads, homelessness, and ambulance delays.
- 57
- Age
- About 16.7%
- Upper house threshold
- More than 50%
- Lower house threshold
- 2024 federal, 2022 state
- Previous campaigns
Why it mattersA single-issue candidate gaining traction shows how state parliament representation could shift if niche parties break through in upper house votes.
AustraliaIf elected, Taylor could influence Victorian cannabis and drug policy in the state parliament, where upper house members hold real legislative power.
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