VPA Newsletter

The VPA Newsletter is a document issued by the Victoria Pharmacy Authority (VPA). It provides important information and updates to licensees, pharmacists and pharmacy stakeholders.


The VPA publishes a regular newsletter on its activities and this is distributed by email to licensees, registered premises and VPA stakeholders. The VPA newsletter has important information, updates and resources to support licensees to engage in good regulatory practice and maintain high standards in pharmacy practice. If you wish to receive VPA news items please email your request to enquiries@pharmacy.vic.gov.au.

The VPA previously published a quarterly circular. The VPA Circular has been replaced by the VPA Newsletter. Previous editions of the VPA Circular can be accessed below.

Current Edition

20 Dec 2024

Circular No. 36 - 19 December 2024

Welcome to the VPA’s December circular.

A highlight of this year has been the improved inspection program with an enhanced focus on the VPA Standards and other high-risk areas. The updated premises self-audit form provides a tool for licensees to monitor their own compliance, better prepare for inspections and facilitate more efficient inspections. There are also clear business benefits arising from improved compliance.

 

Proprietors are reminded to be aware of their responsibilities and obligations, ensuring compliance with legislation and the VPA Standards in registered premises, consistent with the Pharmacy Board of Australia's Guidelines for proprietor pharmacists. Licensees are expected to show proactive leadership, management and good governance in their pharmacies and to ensure systems are in place to ensure ongoing compliance in their absence.

In this circular, we include information on the VPA’s public register and a reminder about the requirement to notify the VPA whenever there is a change to any pharmacy business commercial arrangements.

We include an update on recent Panel hearing outcomes and a case study highlighting how a comprehensive response to an inspection may circumvent further action by the Authority.

On behalf of the VPA members and staff, I wish you a happy and safe festive season and best wishes for the new year.

David McConville
Chair, Victorian Pharmacy Authority

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