Celebrating excellence: National Pharmacy Award winners on screen
APTV captured the stories behind this year’s National Pharmacy Award winners, giving delegates a closer look at how award‑winning teams are putting innovation into practice. Visit Australasian Pharmacy TV on demand to catch up on the winners and anyone else you missed.
- Capital Chemist Bathurst – Community Pharmacy of the Year, recognised for strong local partnerships, patient‑centred care and a broad suite of services.
- Molly McGuire – Community Pharmacist of the Year, a Queensland full scope prescriber whose work in regional healthcare showcases what advanced clinical practice can deliver for patients.
- Mia Shinkfield – Student Pharmacist of the Year, whose leadership, research and advocacy for culturally safe care demonstrate the strength of the next generation.
These stories brought the awards to life on screen, giving viewers practical examples of how pharmacists are redefining frontline care and community impact.
Big-picture partnerships: Liz Ellis on ‘Backing the Bid’
Liz Ellis AO, former Australian netball captain and Chair of Netball Australia. In conversation with APTV, she spoke about the national push to secure netball’s inclusion in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games and the groundswell of public support behind the “Back the Bid” campaign.
The segment also highlighted how community pharmacies are supporting the campaign in practical ways — from Glucojel partnerships to in‑store QR codes and pledge drives — linking two pillars of community life: netball and pharmacy.
Business trends, workforce and what’s next
Beyond clinical practice, APTV segments delved into business and workforce trends — including consult‑room investment, aged‑care partnerships and clinical‑service expansion — and explored how these models are helping pharmacies respond to shifting consumer expectations.
Interviews with pharmacists, student leaders and sector experts examined leadership, workforce pathways and supporting the next generation, alongside discussions on consumer health trends, diabetes care and pharmacy assistant recognition. Taken together, the APTV line‑up offered a snapshot of a profession that is evolving quickly and confidently.
Catch up on APTV on demand
All APTV interviews, panels and highlight packages from APP2026 — including the National Pharmacy Award winners and the Liz Ellis AO conversation — are available to watch on demand via Australasian Pharmacy Digital.
