Shakespeare seeks consistency on scope
Moves to harmonise state and territory legislation around full scope of practice is underway, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing official says A coordinated approach across state, territory and federal …
World news – 7 August 2025
Pharmacist calls for ‘more visible policing’ as crime becomes a “routine part of daily life”; painkiller shortage hits Canada; co-op pharmacy group switches ownership model in capital raising exercise Cork, …
‘NIPVIP transforming how people are getting essential vaccines’
Health ministers laud the success of NIPVIP program in improving access to vaccination services The National Immunistation Program Vaccination in Pharmacy (NIPVIP) scheme is proving to be “a measurable success”, …
‘Success is not optional’: Guild
Guild releases 10-year plan to strengthen the role of pharmacy in the delivery of care and build healthier communities The Pharmacy Guild of Australia aims to have 80% of …
‘Put your oxygen mask on before helping others’
Pharmacists are being urged to look after their mental health, so they can better support patients Pharmacists working across all settings need to focus on their personal mental health and …
PSS looks to add to helpline
Pharmacists are being invited to share their views on new ways of accessing support from the PSS The Pharmacists’ Support Service (PSS) is conducting a survey to determine how members …
Ahpra director departures
Instrumental players in the establishment of the National Scheme to leave Ahpra The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) has confirmed that two of its longest-serving executive directors are leaving …
Freelander lauds 60-day scripts
Double dispensing “the single biggest advance in healthcare” for the Albanese government’s first term, paediatrician turned-MP claims “Australia can thank Labor governments for the maintenance of a universal healthcare …
Fee cut ‘will create healthier communities’
Government lowers pharmacy approval fees from 1 August 2025 Approval fees for establishing a new Section 90 pharmacy, relocating, or changing the size of an existing store will take effect …
Missing warning prompts Fat Clear recall
Homart Pharmaceuticals announces recall of four batches of its SpringLeaf Fat Clear, due to compliance issues Labelling issues related to SpringLeaf Fat Clear have prompted a recall of 15 specific …
Teals call for extension of prac payments
Independent MPs call for changes to the government’s Universities Accord (Cutting Student Debt by 20%) Bill 2025, to expand practice payments program There is no justification for excluding pharmacy students …
Discount Drug Stores satisfies: survey
Sigma’s Discount Drug Stores is Australia’s top pharmacy banner, consumer comparison platform Canstar Blue reveals Discount Drug Stores has claimed the 2025 Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers Award for pharmacies. …