The Authority considers applications for approval to supply pharmaceutical benefits under the requirements of the Pharmacy Location Rules determined by the Minister for Health and Aged Care. The Authority makes recommendations to the Secretary of the Department of Health and Aged Care (delegated officers within the Department) as to whether or not the applicant should be approved in relation to particular premises. The National Health Act 1953 specifies the membership of the Authority who are appointed by the Minister for Health and Aged Care, with the exception of the Departmental representative who is appointed by the Secretary.
Further information
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Type of Body
E. Statutory office holder, offices and committees
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
National Health Act 1953
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
6
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
No
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Classification
B. Secondary statutory structure
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Function Categorization
Other
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
23 Furzer Street
Phillip ACT 2606
Australia
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | Ms. Toni Riley | 16 September 2024 | 15 September 2026 |
| Member | Ms. Bridget Totterman | 31 July 2023 | 30 July 2025 |
| Member | Ms Ms. Yvonne Parnell | 31 July 2023 | 30 July 2025 |
| Member | Ms. Grace Chong | 31 July 2023 | 30 July 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Timothy Logan | 31 July 2023 | 30 July 2025 |
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