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Wed 24 September 2025

Policy and Advocacy Summary – September 2025

This month AdPha has been actively engaging with government, allied health leaders and policy makers —advocating for pharmacists’ expertise, workforce sustainability, and better patient access to care. From national workforce strategies to rural health, CDC legislation, oncology funding and menopause therapies, our team is ensuring pharmacy’s voice is heard where it matters most.

Tue 23 September 2025

Nashrah Alam named 2025 ANZCAP Pharmacy Student of the Year

Congratulations to Sydney’s Nashrah Alam, a fourth-year University of Sydney student, who has been named the 2025 ANZCAP Pharmacy Student of the Year, recognised for her academic excellence, leadership, and inspiring commitment to the future of pharmacy.

Thu 4 September 2025

Tom Simpson showcases ‘innovation for the individual’ at FIP2025

Presentation delivered by AdPha President Tom Simpson at FIP2025 highlighting AdPha’s journey since rebranding, outlining its commitment to “innovation for the individual” by recognising pharmacists’ expertise, building workforce insights, anticipating future challenges, and reshaping professional learning to strengthen both individual careers and the pharmacy profession as a whole.

Tue 2 September 2025

NSW Health and AdPha partner to improve patient care through safer preparation of personalised medicines

This initiative builds on the success of the 2023 collaboration between NSW Health and AdPha, which delivered a foundational education package focused on governance in this emerging and complex area of practice, strengthening the state’s capabilities in preparing pharmaceutical and advanced therapeutic products, to positively impact patient care.

Mon 1 September 2025

Policy and Advocacy impact: August 2025

This month, AdPha’s policy and advocacy team engaged with government, health stakeholders and the TGA on issues including PBS access in hospitals, pharmacists’ prescribing scope, medicines shortages, and reforms to medicinal cannabis.

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