Social Program

Trade Exhibition Area, GCCEC

Join us as we kick off the APP2025 trade exhibition with an evening of networking and discovery. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the exhibition floor, where leading industry players showcase cutting-edge products, services and technologies.

Network with fellow attendees, industry experts and suppliers as you explore a diverse array of trade stands, each offering unique insights, solutions and opportunities. From interactive demos to engaging conversations, there’s something for everyone.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, collaboration or simply a chance to unwind after a day of learning, the Welcome Reception promises an unforgettable start to the trade exhibition.

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Event Centre, The Star Gold Coast

This Guild member only event will provide a confidential update on the Eight Community Pharmacy Agreement (8CPA), key industry issues, and State and Territory pharmacy initiatives. All Guild members are encouraged to attend. This session will conclude with an interactive Q&A session.

Speaker: Professor Trent Twomey – National President, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia

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Foyer A, GCCEC

This lunch is open to all pharmacists, pharmacy staff and students who are registered as full and day delegates. Join colleagues and Guild Officials for lunch and a glass of wine. Spaces are limited.

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Trade Exhibition Area, GCCEC

Make the most of Friday’s extended trade exhibition opening hours and explore the latest in pharmaceuticals, healthcare technologies and OTC products while enjoying a refreshing beverage at APP’s inaugural ‘Happy Hour’. This function is open to all conference delegates and trade only attendees.

Foyer A, GCCEC

Come and network with like-minded pharmacy assistants plus meet the 2024 Pharmacy Guild of Australia/Maxigesic Pharmacy Assistant of the Year Award National Winner, Maddison Waide. This lunch is free for all pharmacy assistants.

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Event Centre, The Star Gold Coast

Saddle up and dust off your boots for APP’s ‘Hoedown’ themed Street Party!

Our lively Sundown Saloon (Ballroom) will celebrate all things country with toe-tapping tunes, line dancing showdowns, and plenty of good ol’ fashioned Southern hospitality. Back by popular demand will be headlining entertainment, Furnace & The Fundamentals, who wowed APP2022 Street Party goers with their high-energy performance of ‘the best songs ever written’.

Enjoy a quieter experience in our Wild West Whiskey Bar (Marquee), where you can enjoy acoustic country & western tunes, strike a pose in our Western-themed photo booth for memories that’ll last a lifetime, and test your skills with country themed interactive games.

So, round up your posse and join us for a boot-stompin’ good time at the ‘APP Hoedown’ Street Party. Yeehaw!

Ticket price includes buffet dinner, cocktail on arrival and five-hour drinks package including basic spirits.

Dress: Country & Western

Cost: $150pp/$110pp for Students, Guild Interns and Pharmacy Assistants

Street Party is an 18+ only event.

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This stand-up networking event is open to all Victorian Guild members. If you have not received an invitation and wish to attend, please email events@vic.guild.org.au

Venue: Cucina Vivo, Broadbeach

This exclusive networking lunch is open to members of The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, New South Wales. This lunch offers the opportunity to connect with Branch-elected Guild representatives and fellow members in a relaxed setting. A lunch ticket is required to attend this function.

Venue: Foyer A, GCCEC

This exclusive networking lunch is open to Queensland Guild members only and offers the opportunity to connect with Branch-elected Guild representatives and fellow members in a relaxed setting. A lunch ticket is required to attend this function.

Venue: Garden Terrace Marquee (cordoned off area)