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8:30AM REGISTRATION 8:30AM DISPLAY OPENS (ARRIVAL COFFEE) 8.45AM OFFICIAL OPENING ADDRESS BY WA HEALTH MINISTER - The Hon. Meredith Hammat BA MIR MLA Join Western Australia’s Minister for Health and Mental Health, The Hon. Meredith Hammat MLA, as she officially opens the Pharmacy WA Forum 2026. Minister Hammat will share her vision for the future of healthcare in WA and reflect on the important role community pharmacy plays in delivering accessible, sustainable, and patient-centred care across the state. 9.20AM YOUR INSPIRATION – LEADING THROUGH CHANGE: GRIT, GRACE AND GETTING ON WITH IT – Kath Koschel Change isn’t always chosen- but how you show up in the face of it defines everything. With a story that redefines resilience, Kath brings a fresh perspective on navigating uncertainty, leading with empathy, and turning challenges into catalysts for growth. Change is about stepping up, staying grounded, and helping your team do the same when everything’s shifting around them. She offers practical strategies to embrace uncertainty, reframe obstacles, and build a mindset that sees change not as a threat, but as an opportunity for reinvention and growth. 10.10AM MORNING TEA 11.00AM YOUR GUILD UPDATE – Trent Twomey and Anthony Tassone Hear directly from Pharmacy Guild of Australia National President Trent Twomey and Chair of the Health Economics and Policy Committee, Anthony Tassone, as they provide an update on national advocacy, policy and industry developments impacting community pharmacy, and discuss the priorities shaping the future of the profession. 11.50AM FROM COMPLIANCE TO CAPABILITY: PRACTICAL QSPP IMPLEMENTATION - Panel Session This practical session explores how pharmacies can implement QSPP requirements within everyday workflows, with a focus on digital enablement. Featuring a vendor-neutral discussion, industry leaders will share how digital platforms can support compliance, improve efficiency, and embed quality practices into routine operations. 12.30PM LUNCH 1.30PM AI IN PRACTICE: TURNING OPPORTUNITY INTO IMPACT - Alex Jenkins Drawing on his experience leading AI capability building across industry, education and health, Alex will cut through the hype to provide a clear and accessible overview of the opportunities, challenges and policy considerations surrounding AI adoption. 2.20PM AFTERNOON TEA 3.00PM RETHINKING INNOVATION IN PRACTICE - Jason Clarke In this high-energy keynote, Jason Clarke challenges conventional thinking and explores how innovation can be embedded as a practical, everyday discipline. Through engaging ideas and actionable frameworks, he will demonstrate how to unlock creative thinking, adapt to rapid change, and identify better ways of working in an evolving environment. SIGNALS, SHIFTS AND STRATEGIC CHOICES - Panel Session Following his keynote, Jason Clarke will facilitate a panel discussion with industry leaders exploring the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of community pharmacy. Together, they will examine the key shifts influencing the profession and discuss the strategic choices pharmacy owners can make to remain competitive, relevant and successful in the years ahead. 5.00PM - 7.00PM COCKTAIL EVENT After a day of thought-provoking discussions and practical insights, join us for an evening of connection, celebration and networking at the Winter Warmer Cocktail Event. Step into a magical winter-inspired setting and enjoy an unforgettable evening surrounded by sparkling lights, seasonal styling, great food and refreshing drinks. This relaxed event provides the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet new industry contacts and continue the conversations sparked throughout the day.