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The lonely road to legal weed

A recent push from the South Australian Greens has renewed hope for the legalisation of recreational marijuana in SA, but local medicinal cannabis producers are wary of an emerging adult-use industry redirecting investment away from potentially game-changing research.

From humidors to house music: Fumo Blu on remaining relevant

East End cognac and cigar bar turned cocktail lounge Fumo Blu celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, but owner Stev Plos says the next 12 months will bring fresh challenges.

In conversation with Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement CEO Cheryl Axleby

Speaking with CityMag, Cheryl Axleby discusses the negative impacts of state policies supposedly designed to protect Indigenous South Australians, and what changes she wants to see during her tenure with the ALRM.

On International Sex Workers Day the industry remains criminalised, compromised and left behind

The effects of COVID-19 on the still illicit sex work industry are more pronounced than in other sectors, affecting workers’ ability to earn money and access support.

‘There is no civility’: Prominent city councillor resigns

The “corrosive nature” and “relentless domination of the Team Adelaide faction” has forced central ward councillor Greg Mackie out the door, he says, in a resignation letter sent to staff and elected members today.

Leading the way in drug trials

Australia’s reputation for early phase clinical trials is making it the first choice for international pharmaceutical companies developing new drugs and therapies.

Adelaide’s best new music

We've rounded up Adelaide's best new music for the month of March, including Busseys, DEM MOB, Jackulson, Pest Control and West Thebarton.

Feeling bookish

CityMag checked in with the well-read folk at Adelaide City Libraries for a month’s worth of book recommendations. Our criteria? Something unexpected, engaging and a page turner.