The National Pharmacy Awards celebrate the exceptional contribution of community pharmacies, pharmacists, and students across Australia who go above and beyond in supporting patients and strengthening primary healthcare.
PGA's Victorian branch held its awards earlier on Wednesday at Parliament House in Melbourne.
Earilier this month, the ACT held its awards evening at a special event at The Marion in Canberra, while NSW hosted a parliamentary reception in Sydney.
About South Australia's winners
South Australia Community Pharmacy of the Year – Amcal St Clair Pharmacy
Amcal St Clair Pharmacy, an independent metropolitan pharmacy, champions a “front-dispensing” model where pharmacists are always visible and accessible. The team works closely with GPs, aged care facilities, and local organisations to deliver services such as vaccinations, MedsChecks, UTIs and contraceptive care, and chronic disease support. With innovations like a CONSIS robotic dispenser and strong professional development, the pharmacy has grown significantly since 2018 and is now a trusted, inclusive health hub for its community.
South Australia Community Pharmacist of the Year – Timothy Siv
Timothy combines clinical excellence, innovation, and mentorship in community pharmacy. With more than 20 years of experience mentoring interns, he leads by example through professional development, vaccination and chronic disease management training, and continuous quality improvement. His initiatives—including an outdoor medication pickup system, workflow optimisation, and family-friendly consult spaces—enhance access, safety, and patient experience. His collaboration with local providers continues to improve care for vulnerable patients.
South Australia Student Pharmacist of the Year – Erin Fawcett
Erin has demonstrated exceptional academic and leadership ability, recognised through achievements such as the 2025 PDL Student Grant and UniSA Vacation Research Scholarship. As President of her university association and a National Pharmacy Students’ Association executive, she revitalised mentorship programs, led charity fundraising, and developed AI-based study tools. Her personal experience with chronic illness informs her empathy and commitment to patient-centred care, marking her as a promising future pharmacist.
The South Australia branch also recognised Nick Panayiaris on the evening for his enormous contribution to the pharmacy industry and the community through awarding him the Barry Schultz Medal.
The medal is awarded to pharmacists who have demonstrated qualities which made the late Barry Schultz a widely recognised and distinguished pharmacist and community member.
Deep committment
The winners were announced at a special event at the Hilton hotel in Adelaide to recognise excellence in community pharmacy.
South Australia Branch President Matt Gillespie said the awards reflect the growing role of community pharmacies in delivering frontline healthcare.
“Local community pharmacies are stepping up in ways that go far beyond dispensing. They’re managing chronic conditions, supporting aged care, and providing care when other services are stretched or unavailable,” Mr Gillespie said.
“These awards recognise the deep commitment of pharmacists to their communities and the evolving role they play in keeping Australians healthy.”
He also welcomed the recent announcement to expand pharmacists’ scope of practice.
“The new scope reforms are a game-changer. Our community pharmacies are already showing us what’s possible — delivering vaccinations, prescribing for everyday conditions, and offering timely care when patients need it most,” he said.
“Patients trust their local pharmacist, and these reforms will allow pharmacists to do even more to meet community needs.”
Mr Gillespie congratulated all winners and finalists for their leadership and innovation.
State and Territory winners will now progress to the national stage, with winners to be announced at the Australian Pharmacy Professional Conference in March 2026.
