Wednesday, 04 December 2024 19:47
PHARMACISTS SEEN AS CRITICAL IN COVID
THE COVID-19 Inquiry Report highlights the critical role of community pharmacists during the pandemic, administering over 12 million vaccinations and rapidly adopting innovations like e-scripts. Pharmacy Guild President Professor Trent Twomey emphasized the need to leverage pharmacists' full scope of practice for improved healthcare access. The report recommends national harmonization of pharmacy practices and empowering pharmacists to address workforce shortages, reduce delays, and enhance patient care in future health emergencies.
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Wednesday, 04 December 2024 19:46
FEEDBACK SOUGHT ON REDUCING PLASTIC WASTE
THE NSW Government is seeking feedback on proposals to reduce plastic waste and litter by 30% by 2025. The NSW Plastics: The Way Forward plan suggests phasing out unnecessary plastic items, improving recyclability, and aligning with other states. In 2022-23, NSW recycled only 14% of its 891,000 tonnes of plastic waste. The consultation invites input from communities, industries, and stakeholders to shape policies for a cleaner, more sustainable environment. Feedback closes after eight weeks.
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Tuesday, 03 December 2024 05:44
Property leaders welcome new Mayor and Central Coast Council
THE Property Council of Australia has welcomed the return of a democratically elected Central Coast Council, with Lawrie McKinna as Mayor and Doug Eaton as Deputy Mayor, after four years of administration.
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