Pharmaceutical Society of Australia

Vaccination practice is evolving rapidly, creating new opportunities and responsibilities for pharmacists across Australia.

Whether you administer vaccines or support patients with immunisation advice, staying informed is essential to delivering safe, compliant and evidence-based care.

Register now to explore the latest developments shaping vaccination practice and gain the confidence to navigate an evolving landscape!

📅 Date: Tuesday, 30 June 2026

⏲️ Time: 7:00 PM AEST

Register now: https://psa-org-au.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EEBDOU45RryTmxzzY3mNlw #/registration

PSA is inviting applications for the Harm Reduction Champion.

This role recognises pharmacists contributing to harm reduction in practice and offers an opportunity to support advocacy, share insights, and represent the profession.

Submit your EOI: https://buff.ly/krTUdBT

Pharmacists are often one of the most accessible healthcare professionals in the community, and small interactions can have a meaningful impact on a person’s healthcare experience.

Pharmacists in Transgender Healthcare is an online training program designed to support pharmacists in delivering respectful, inclusive and evidence-informed care for trans and gender diverse people.

Through practical case studies and clinical learning, pharmacists can strengthen confidence in communication, counselling, gender-affirming therapies, and inclusive pharmacy practice.

Included with your PSA membership. Non-members: $750.

Explore the training program and enrol today: https://tinyurl.com/48dvxa46

We were honoured to be joined by the Honourable Harriet Shing MP, Minister for Health, Ambulance Services, and Water, at the PSA Victorian Pharmacist Awards last Friday night.

It was a memorable night celebrating the outstanding and essential contributions of pharmacists across Australia.

The PSA extends its congratulations to the 2026 recipients:
Pharmacist of the Year – Suzanne Nielsen MPS
Lifetime Achievement Award – John Jackson FPS
Early Career Pharmacist of the Year – Pooja Sharma MPS
Intern of the Year – Namira Tasnia Ahmed MPS
Victorian Pharmacist Medal – Alexander Look MPS

PSA is seeking the 2026 PSA Vaccination Ambassador.
EOIs now open

We’re looking for a pharmacist leading vaccination access, uptake and advocacy, and ready to represent the profession.

As the PSA Vaccination Ambassador, you’ll receive:
✔ opportunity to shape vaccination advocacy
✔ fully sponsored attendance at PSA26
✔ media training
✔ mentoring and support from PSA
✔ recognition through PSA publications

Sounds like you? Submit your EOI: https://buff.ly/muFmzaB

Menopause myths, misconceptions, and what you need to know.

Menopause continues to be a topic surrounded by misinformation, uncertainty, and conflicting advice, making conversations about it particularly challenging.

That's why you need to join Menopause essentials for pharmacists on 16 June at 7.00 pm AEST.

This webinar is designed to give you evidence-based guidance on recognising menopause-related presentations, counselling on menopausal hormone treatment (MHT) and non-hormonal treatment options, and addressing common misconceptions.

👉️ Register here: https://buff.ly/MgOnOUB

A young person picking up their first antidepressant prescription may have questions they are hesitant to ask.

“What should I expect? How long will it take to work? What if I experience side effects?”

You play a vital role in helping young people navigate these conversations with confidence and make them feel supported throughout their treatment journey.

That's why PSA has developed the Supporting safe and effective antidepressant use in young people quick reference guide.

Endorsed by headspace, this evidence-informed resource provides counselling prompts, guidance on side effects and adherence, and strategies for delivering safe, individualised, youth-friendly care.

The right conversation can help build trust and support treatment success.

Download the guide and strengthen your confidence in supporting young people when they need it most.
🔗 https://buff.ly/DgyPS22

PSA’s annual PSA in Parliament event took place recently, with the Hon. Ryan Park MP, NSW Minister for Health, as the Guest of Honour.

Thank you to our NSW branch committee for their assistance with the pop-up pharmacy, and to all members of the Legislative Council and the Legislative Assembly for taking the time to attend.

Call for Abstracts closes in one week.
Every pharmacist has something worth sharing.
An insight. A lesson learned. A project that made a difference. An idea that could inspire others.

Whether you've led an innovative service, completed research, delivered a quality improvement project, or found a practical solution that improved patient care, your experience could help inform and inspire colleagues across the profession.

PSA26 is an opportunity to contribute to the conversations shaping the future of pharmacy and share your work with pharmacists from across Australia.

If presenting feels like a big step, support is available. Through our partnership with APSA, mentoring is offered to guide authors through the abstract, poster and presentation process. You’ll be supported by experienced researchers and educators, including Dr Vijay Suppiah, Convenor of the APSA Stream at PSA26.

📅 Call for Abstracts closes on 12 June 2026.

We invite pharmacists, early career pharmacists, interns and students to contribute their voice, insight and experience at PSA26.

Submit your abstract today: https://www.psa26.com.au/call-for-abstracts