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Live referendum results: NZ votes 'yes' for euthanasia but 'no' for cannabis reform The results of New Zealand’s referendums on legalising euthanasia and cannabis are due to be revealed on Friday October 30 at 2pm. Follow live as  Stuff  covers the release of the preliminary results, and what those results mean for the country. Ross Giblin/Stuff ACT supporters celebrate after preliminary referendum results show a strong 'yes' vote for the End of Life Bill. We’d like to ask for your help. In a fast-changing world where misinformation spreads on social media, the need for trustworthy journalism has never been greater. But the media industry faces strong headwinds. Traditional means of funding journalism - such as advertising and subscriptions to our newspapers - have declined, compounded by the economic impact of Covid-19. We’re asking our readers to help us continue to play our vital role in society. Stuff holds a special position in New Zealand, with the largest...

New Zealand votes to legalize euthanasia but not marijuana New Zealanders have voted in favor of legalizing euthanasia in a binding referendum. But in preliminary results they were rejecting a measure to legalize marijuana. With about 83% of votes counted, New Zealanders emphatically endorsed the euthanasia measure with 65% voting in favor and 34% voting against. The “no” vote on marijuana was much closer, with 53% voting against legalizing it and 46% voting in favor. That left open a slight chance the measure could still pass once all special votes were counted next week, although it would require a huge swing. In past elections, special votes — which include those cast by overseas voters — have tended to be more liberal than general votes, giving proponents of marijuana legalization some hope the measure could still pass. The euthanasia measure, which would also allow assisted suicide, would apply to people who have terminal illnesses, are likely to die within six months, and are end...