Thursday, January 22, 2026
By Michael Warren
Yarrabah Pharmacy has just reached a significant milestone, celebrating 10 years of service to the Yarrabah community and a decade of care grounded in trust, access and community connection.
The anniversary was acknowledged earlier today with community members, health staff, Gurriny Yealamucka leadership and invited guests coming together to reflect on the pharmacy’s journey and impact. Government representatives, including the Honourable Linda Burney and Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire` Council Councillor Amy Neal, joined the celebration, recognising the pharmacy’s role as a vital part of local healthcare delivery.
Since opening its doors in 2015, Yarrabah Pharmacy has become far more than a place to fill prescriptions. It has grown into a reliable, community-based health hub, supporting individuals and families with everyday medicines, professional advice and consistent, culturally safe care close to home. For many in Yarrabah, this has meant fewer barriers to treatment and greater confidence in managing their health.
The pharmacy is owned and operated by Professor Trent Twomey, National President of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, and stands as a strong example of what can be achieved through genuine partnership with an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation. The model has attracted national attention for its focus on access, equity and community need.
Over the past decade, the pharmacy has supported preventative health initiatives, chronic disease management and major vaccination programs, including Gurriny Yealamucka’s nationally recognised COVID-19 response.
As Yarrabah Pharmacy enters its second decade, the milestone marks not only what has been achieved, but a shared commitment to continue strengthening community-controlled healthcare for generations to come.
