NEW Subsidised Extended Pharmacy Services

Since 2 June 2026, we are able to provide a wider range of subsidised healthcare services.


Family Treatment Services

To help reduce the spread of contagious conditions within households, pharmacists can also provide assessment and treatment options.


Head Lice - Pharmacist Treatment

Advice on detection, treatment selection, application techniques, environmental management, and prevention of reinfestation. Treatment may include dimethacone lotion and a head lice comb. Treatment may be provided for all family members.


Scabies - Pharmacist Treatment

Assessment and treatment of uncomplicated scabies, including advice for household contacts and measures to prevent recurrence. Treatment may include a lotion for the treatment of scabies. This may be prescribed to all family members.

Women's Health Services

UPDATED Free Emergency Contraception Service

Women under 30 years of age can access the Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP, often known as "Plan B") free of charge.


Our pharmacists will provide a confidential consultation to determine eligibility, discuss treatment options, and offer sexual health advice where appropriate.


Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Treatment

Women aged 16–75 years can access pharmacist assessment and treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections.


Our pharmacists will assess symptoms, determine suitability for treatment under the service criteria, supply appropriate medication where indicated, and refer patients with more complex presentations for medical review.


NEW Oral Contraceptives Pharmacist Supply

Eligible women can access funded oral contraceptive supplies directly from our accredited pharmacists, without needing to see a GP for every repeat supply.


Our pharmacists provide a private consultation and clinical assessment to determine whether pharmacist supply is appropriate. Pharmacists can continue the same oral contraceptive previously prescribed by your GP, provided you have had a GP consultation for your oral contraceptive within the past three years and meet the eligibility criteria.


  •   Combined oral contraceptives: available for women aged 16–39 years
  •   Progestogen-only contraceptives: available for women aged 16–52 years


Our pharmacist will discuss your options, answer any questions you may have and ensure the medication remains suitable for you.


NEW Vaginal Thrush - Pharmacist Treatment

Women aged 18 years and over who hold a Community Services Card may be eligible for funded treatment for acute uncomplicated vaginal thrush.


Our pharmacists provide a private consultation to assess your symptoms, confirm whether pharmacist treatment is appropriate and discuss the most suitable treatment option. Where your symptoms require further assessment or medical attention, we can refer you to your GP or another appropriate healthcare professional.


*Treatment for those without a Community Services Card remains available for purchase as a Pharmacist-Only medicine following a standard pharmacy consultation.

Services Available for Children Under 14 Years

Our pharmacists can assess and provide treatment or management advice for several common childhood conditions.

Acute Analgesia and Fever Management

Assessment and treatment recommendations for children experiencing pain or fever associated with minor illnesses or infections. This may include advice on appropriate use of paracetamol or ibuprofen, dosing guidance, and monitoring for symptoms that require referral. Treatment provided may include paracetamol and/or ibuprofen liquid. A syringe for dosing will also be subsidised. The consultation may be with the caregiver.


Acute Oral Rehydration Support

Assessment and management of mild dehydration resulting from illnesses such as gastroenteritis.Our pharmacists can provide oral rehydration products, hydration advice, and guidance on recognising signs that require further medical attention. Treatment may include oral rehydration solution or sachets. The consultation may be with the caregiver.


Conjunctivitis (Children aged 2 years +)

Our pharmacists can assess uncomplicated conjunctivitis and provide appropriate treatment and self-care advice where suitable, while identifying cases that require referral to a doctor or specialist. Treatment may include antibiotic eye drops or ointment. This service is available for 2 years older and up. However our specially qualified pharmacists can offer treatment to under 2 year olds. Note that a child under 2 must be present for this consultation for clinical evaluation.


NEW Bacterial Infections - Pharmacist Treatment

Mild bacterial skin infections can be assessed and treated by our pharmacists through the Extended Pharmacy Services (EPS).


Our pharmacists can assess conditions such as minor infected wounds and school sores (impetigo) and, where appropriate, provide fully funded topical antibacterial treatment.


Our pharmacist will also provide advice on wound care, hygiene and preventing the infection from spreading. If further medical assessment or treatment is required, we can recommend referral to a GP.


NEW Fungal Infections - Pharmacist Treatment

Children under 14 years with fungal skin infections, such as ringworm, athlete's foot or jock itch, can access assessment and treatment from our pharmacists.


Our pharmacists can assess the infection, provide funded antifungal treatment where appropriate, and offer advice on hygiene, treatment and preventing the infection from spreading to others.


If the infection is severe, persistent or requires further medical assessment, we may recommend seeing a GP.


NEW Mild Dermatitis - Pharmacist Treatment

Children under 14 years can access assessment and fully funded treatment for mild dermatitis through our accredited pharmacists.


Our pharmacists will assess the rash, help identify possible triggers and provide personalised advice on managing the condition and maintaining healthy skin. Where appropriate, they can provide fully funded topical steroid and moisturiser treatments to help manage mild eczema or dermatitis.


If the rash is severe, unusual or requires further medical assessment, we may recommend referral to a GP.


NEW Oral Thrush - Pharmacist Treatment

If your child is under 14 years and experiencing symptoms of oral thrush, our pharmacists can provide an assessment and advice.


Our pharmacist will assess your child's symptoms and, where appropriate, provide suitable funded treatment. If the symptoms are not suitable for pharmacist treatment or further assessment is required, we can recommend referral to a GP or other healthcare professional.


COST OF SERVICE 

Free Emergency Contraception Service

The cost of these services is subsidised however the following fees apply:


Consultation Fees

Community Services Card Holders

Pharmacy consultation fee: $5

Non-Community Services Card Holders

Pharmacy consultation fee: Up to $20


Emergency Contraception Service

No consultation fee applies.

No prescription charge applies for the Emergency Contraceptive Pill supplied through this service.


Prescription Charges

Prescription charges are separate from consultation fees unless otherwise specified.


However:

Children under 14 years generally do not pay prescription charges.

People aged 14–65 years who hold a Community Services Card generally do not pay prescription charges.

There is no prescription charge for medicines supplied under the Emergency Contraception service.

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