New national pharmacy technician standards to empower indispensable partners in health care
AdPha launches landmark Australasian Competency Standards Framework for Pharmacy Technicians and celebrates their vital role in patient care on Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants Day.
AdPha champions pharmacy’s role in a more sustainable health system
AdPha proudly represents the pharmacy profession in the national Transitions to Sustainable Health Systems Consortium, which today launched Accelerating towards net zero: A guide for the Australian health system — a landmark roadmap to cut healthcare’s carbon footprint and embed sustainability across all aspects of care, with pharmacy leadership at its core.
Future of MS Care roundtable explores new models for equity and access
Future of MS Care Roundtable brought together clinicians, researchers, and consumers to address inequities in MS care and explore new, patient-centred models to improve access and outcomes for Australians living with MS.
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.
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.
Tom Simpson shares ideas of member organisations at FIP
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.
Policy and Advocacy Impact: July 2025
In the last month we backed the Albanese Government’s PBS co-payment cut to $25 from January 2026, met with MPs nationwide to advance workforce, scope of practice, and hospital funding priorities while driving progress on palliative care PBS listings, community access to clozapine, and digital medicines information sharing.
AdPha Champions Pharmacy Workforce Needs in Queensland and the NT
AdPha leads advocacy with recent meetings with Health Ministers in Queensland and the Northern Territory, highlighting the need for workforce investment and improved pharmacy services.