THE Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NSW Branch, celebrated the outstanding contributions of community pharmacists across the state at a landmark parliamentary reception on Wed evening.
Capital Chemist Bathurst was named Community Pharmacy of the Year, acknowledged for having "redefined community pharmacy through innovation and collaboration".
The team has pioneered a Homecare and NDIS support model that is now being adopted nationwide, developed digital tools for care coordination, and built strong partnerships with GPs, hospitals, aged care providers and veterans' groups.
Community Pharmacist of the Year was awarded to Timothy Mizzi, Board Chair of the Capital Chemist group and a leader in pharmacist prescribing trials and extended-scope services.
"His 'pharmacist on the floor' model fosters meaningful clinical interactions, while his community work - including chairing the Port Stephens Family and Neighbourhood Centre and collaborating with Aboriginal health services - reflects his deep commitment to equity and care," the Guild noted in a statement.
And finally, Jesyca Pearson, a pharmacy student at Charles Sturt University and proud Wiradjuri woman, received the gong for Pharmacy Student of the Year.
An emerging leader in cultural safety and advocacy, Pearson is helping to shape a more inclusive and culturally aware pharmacy profession through her work with the CSU First Nations Club and Orange Pharmacy Students Association.
The event at NSW Parliament House brought together over 50 parliamentarians from both major parties, with NSW Branch President Mario Barone hailing the bipartisan support as a "powerful recognition of the work our members do every day".
"It speaks volumes about the trust and respect community pharmacy has earned across the political spectrum," Barone said.
"Our profession is evolving, with full scope training empowering pharmacists to deliver even greater care and services.
"We look forward to partnering with the NSW Government further to expand access to vital health services, strengthen preventative care, and ensure every community across NSW receives the support it deserves," he concluded. KB
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