BLOOMS the Chemist has opened its 130th store, with the local community of Douglas coming together on Sun to celebrate the pharmacy's new chapter as part of the network.
The well-loved business has operated in Douglas in Townsville for over a decade, but re-opened on the weekend as a new Blooms The Chemist pharmacy.
"We are honoured to be recognised as the 130th Blooms pharmacy store in the network and to have the opportunity to celebrate this with our loyal community on our Open Day," said pharmacist-owner Amanda Baker (pictured).
The open day included a range of family-friendly activities such as face painting, a colouring-in competition and goodie bags for attendees.
Community members were able to receive free blood pressure and blood glucose testing, reinforcing Blooms' ongoing focus on providing accessible healthcare services.
There was also a sausage sizzle to help raise funds for Angel Paws, a local charity that helps rehome displaced animals.
The event took place on Clean Up Australia Day, with the Blooms Douglas team using the occasion to demonstrate its commitment to the environment and sustainability.
Baker said that shared values around environmental responsibility was one of the primary factors in the decision to join the Blooms network.
"Our Douglas team is passionate about the environment, through participating in initiatives such as Pharmacycle and Clean Up Australia Day," she explained.
"Being part of a network that not only supports business growth but also actively champions sustainability was incredibly important to us," she added.
The store offers Pharmacycle blisterpack recycling and soft plastic recycling through TerraCycle.
"Community pharmacies play a vital role not only in healthcare delivery but also in reducing environmental impact," explained Ursi Kernan, Pharmacycle's account manager for Blooms The Chemist.
"Blooms The Chemist Douglas has shown genuine leadership in sustainability, embedding recycling initiatives into everyday practice and making it easy for customers to participate," Kernan continued.
"Their commitment sets a strong example for pharmacies across Australia," she concluded. KB
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