And as a counterpart for every stone-thrower we can picture a stoner, welcoming this as evidence that the south is finally loosening up, man. But look, this isn't a case of Cheech and Chong taking hold of the Southland Regional Development Strategy. Or, for that matter, mobster Fat Tony from The Simpsons establishing his Legitimate Businessman’s Club in the town. Medicinal cannabis is a socially sanctioned product that can be produced legally, ethically, and profitably in New Zealand. Mataura’s product will be devoid of the psychoactive THC component - meaning it won't get anyone high, but it will have the therapeutic qualities needed to help address an aching need for large number of suffering New Zealanders currently facing needlessly heavy costs for imported products.