Mario Barone, President of PGA’s NSW Branch, said it would be an honour to welcome Premier Minns back to the conference for a third year.
“With NSW’s continued investment in patient-led care, Premier Minns’ presence highlights the growing recognition of the vital role pharmacists play in delivering accessible, frontline healthcare,” Mario said.
Premier Minns will speak at the Opening Plenary on Thursday September 10, addressing hundreds of professionals from across the pharmacy sector.
Connecting with care
The Premier will be joined by more than 70 industry, business and clinical expert speakers who will address the conference theme ‘Connecting with Care’.
Pharmacy Connect offers a platform for professional development, business innovation and discussions on the future of pharmacy practice.
Mario Barone
Mario said the theme reflects the evolving role of community pharmacy and speaks to the profession's commitment to patient-centred care.
“Pharmacy Connect offers a platform for professional development, business innovation and discussions on the future of pharmacy practice,” he said.
“The program is designed to support pharmacy teams in navigating a rapidly changing healthcare landscape," he said.
“This is an opportunity for every corner of the industry to come together and decide the way forward.
"The conversations that change how we practice start here.”
Pharmacy Connect features a comprehensive education program, pre-conference workshops, an expanded 90-stand trade exhibition, and networking events including a popular welcome reception.
“With a strong education program and the expanded trade exhibition, Pharmacy Connect is an important event for anyone wanting to stay informed, connected, and ready for what is ahead,” Mario said.
A must-attend event for pharmacists, owners, pharmacy assistants, retail managers, students, interns, and industry representatives, Pharmacy Connect 2026 will take place at the Hyatt Regency Sydney from September 9 to 11.
Exhibition sold out
Pharmacy Connect 2026's trade exhibition stands are officially sold out, with an expanded exhibition of 90 stands fully allocated, cementing the event's status as the second largest pharmacy trade event in the country after APP, and confirming its place as a must-attend gathering for the sector.
Pharmacy Connect Convenor, Kos Sclavos AM, said the complete sell-out of exhibition space, and its growth to 90 stands, speaks to the confidence suppliers have in this event.
“It reinforces Pharmacy Connect's position as the second largest pharmacy trade event in the country, and the key meeting place for the sector outside of APP, delegates get unrivalled access to the latest innovations, leading suppliers and expert insights, all in one location,” Kos said.
Adding further weight to this year's event is strong attendance from PGA’s National Council, with respected industry leaders and representatives set to attend Pharmacy Connect alongside delegates from across the sector.
Organisers said with a strong education program and a sold-out trade exhibition, this year’s Pharmacy Connect would be a more-than a valuable event for anyone wanting to stay informed, connected and ready for what is ahead.
For more information
Visit the Pharmacy Connect conference website to view the full program and register: pharmacyconnect.com.au
