Chemist Warehouse

Chemist Warehouse wishes to congratulate the newly elected leadership team of the National Australian Pharmacy Students' Association (NAPSA) for 2024/25. It is a huge achievement to be elected by your pharmacy student peers to represent their interests. We are particularly proud to recognise the accomplishments of our Chemist Warehouse student pharmacists, Sebastian Harper, McKinley Nolan, and Mia Avram. Sebastian Harper, from Chemist Warehouse Southport Brickworks Centre (Queensland), has been re-elected and appointed to the prestigious role of National President, a testament to his dedication and the leadership qualities he demonstrated as Treasurer. McKinley Nolan from Chemist Warehouse Sandy Bay (Tasmania) has also been re-elected to the NAPSA Executive and will be joined by newly elected Mia Avram from Chemist Warehouse Camberwell (Victoria). Congratulations to all and wishing you a successful term. Chemist Warehouse is excited to continue supporting NAPSA in the important work they do empowering student pharmacists and advancing the future of the profession. #NAPSA #Leadership #PharmacyStudents #FuturePharmacists

We are delighted to share that our suppliers have voted Chemist Warehouse as the #1 Supply Chain in the retail space!   In a recent survey conducted by Advantage Australia, suppliers were asked to rate their retailers in terms of vision, partnership, execution and reputation. Chemist Warehouse excelled in all of these areas, leading us to take out the number 1 spot above Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and Metcash. Chief Operating Officer, Jackie Robb was thrilled to see the team’s hard work and dedication be recognised. “Thank you to our suppliers for your trust and faith in us and thank you to our supplier compliance & governance and supply chain teams – 5 years of transformation is paying off! Onwards and upwards!” Mark Coppola Jackie R. David Brennan Steve Andrews

The Chemist Warehouse team recently took part in the PRIDE in Employment Jobs Expo at the Victorian Pride Centre! The expo aims to break down barriers in the job market for LGBTQIA+ communities and showcase businesses who actively champion diversity and inclusion. Talent Acquisition Advisor, Matthew D'Angelo Jones from our People and Culture Team shared his reflections from the day… “The Chemist Warehouse stall was a hit! We crossed paths with a variety of applicants, from young students right through to experienced applicants looking to either change industries or try their hand at something they’d never thought they were suitable for. Being part of The Pride Expo offered us with a unique opportunity to connect with talented individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community and continue fostering an inclusive recruitment strategy that embraces varied perspectives and experiences. The Chemist Warehouse team gained insights into best practices for creating an inclusive work environment, actively demonstrating the company's dedication to supporting LGBTQIA+ employees.”

This May, Chemist Warehouse were proud to attend and support the 2024 #TechDiversity Awards! #TechDiversity advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in tech workforces. The TechDiversity Awards is an annual event that celebrates individuals, businesses, government departments, and educational institutions that have made significant strides in championing diversity in tech workforces across many industry sectors. A special thanks to the Chemist Warehouse attendees who were able to support and join the event!

Congratulations to Chemist Warehouse Intern, Maria Luz Ciancia on being awarded the prestigious Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) Western Australian Intern of the Year! Originally from Arroyito, Argentina, Maria's passion for pharmacy ignited while spending time in her Aunt’s pharmacy as a child. After completing her pharmacy studies in Argentina, Maria travelled to Australia, where she decided to pursue her career. During her internship at Chemist Warehouse Perth, Maria led a mental health campaign focused on supporting individuals with depression. Now a community pharmacist at Chemist Warehouse Perth, Maria is dedicated to building relationships with patients, conducting medication reviews, and promoting the safe and effective use of medicines. Maria is optimistic about the future of pharmacy, particularly in light of the critical role pharmacists played during the COVID-19 pandemic. She anticipates a broader scope of practice for pharmacists, including new opportunities for screening and diagnosis. We are committed to fostering the next generation of healthcare leaders through our comprehensive intern training program and look forward to continuing to support Maria and those alike in their careers at Chemist Warehouse. Congratulations Maria on this remarkable achievement!

Just 2 weeks ago, Chemist Warehouse Ocean Keys opened its doors and Lee Huat began his new venture as Managing Partner of the store! Lee shares his pathway to partnership with us below…   “In 2010, I embarked on my journey with Chemist Warehouse as a second-year pharmacy student at Chemist Warehouse Fountain Gate. During this formative period, I had the privilege of working closely with Bert, the owner of Chemist Warehouse Fountain Gate, and Simon Ting, who would later establish his own stores in South Australia (Chemist Warehouse Seaford Meadows and Moana).   Over the next 14 years I grew from an intern pharmacist to store manager at Chemist Warehouse Fountain Gate. At the close of 2023 an exciting opportunity arose for me to take on the next challenge, so I packed up my family and embarked on a new chapter in Western Australia, transitioning to ownership of the Chemist Warehouse Ocean Keys store.   As I reflect on my journey so far, I am so grateful for the mentors who have shaped me and the lessons learned along the way. I am confident that the journey does not end here; rather, it continues to unfold, presenting new opportunities for growth and learning within the Chemist Warehouse family.”

Chemist Warehouse are proud to have once again supported the amazing work of Bambi Mini Co.’s annual Charity sock campaign raising a whopping $190,617.00 for the The Royal Children's Hospital’s Good Friday Appeal!   After experiencing firsthand the care and support required for her son Rafael at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, BAMBI MINI CO. Founder Nicole Verrocchi knew she wanted to show her support. For the 2nd year running, a limited-edition range of kid’s socks were designed and sold in Chemist Warehouse stores across Victoria, in addition to donations collected at the Chemist Warehouse counters.    Our very own CW Run Club also took part in the Run For The Kids event in March as part of the Run with Raffi + Friends team, helping lift the donations and generate much needed awareness for the cause.   Every dollar raised is another step towards a healthy and happy life for children at the Royal Children’s Hospital, and we look forward to continuing this partnership and doing our bit to help those who need it most.

As the first quarter of the 2024 calendar year comes to an end, at Chemist Warehouse we are proud to continue growing our network of stores within the Australian retail landscape.   To date, five Chemist Warehouse stores have been added across Australia with growth in Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory and New South Wales. We welcomed stores in Piara Waters (WA), O’Connor (WA), Bethania (QLD), Mortdale (NSW) and Gateway Shopping Centre (NT) to the Chemist Warehouse family.   This grows our network of stores in Australia to 514, with many more stores set to launch throughout 2024! Give a warm welcome to our newest Chemist Warehouse teams! 

Chemist Warehouse are proud to be celebrating Thank Your Pharmacist Day today! Thank Your Pharmacist Day is celebrated annually in March, bringing together patients, community leaders and colleagues from across the health sector to acknowledge the vital work of our pharmacists. This year’s theme is “more than ever.” In 2024, Pharmacists are doing more to support the health and wellbeing of Australia than ever before. They are accessible in communities, offering more services, delivering more vaccinations, and making critical medicines more accessible to all. Our pharmacists are critical to the future of our health care systems and today we would like to say Thank You. To every one of our pharmacists across Australia, today we thank you more than ever! #ThankYourPharmacistDay 

Congratulations to Group Manager Loss Prevention Mo Nagi, who was crowned the Group Retail Risk Manager of the Year at the recent Australian Fraud Awards. The Australian Fraud Awards are held in high regard amongst the retail and security industry and recognise exceptional performance on a national level. This recognition speaks to the hard work and dedication from Mo and our entire Chemist Warehouse Loss Prevention Team. Well done Mo! The Chemist Warehouse Team are extremely proud of your achievement!