David Littleproud (Maranoa, National Party) Share this | Hansard source

In my electorate of Maranoa, there are more than 30,000 small businesses working hard to support their local communities. Small business, particularly in smaller towns, thrives because of its connection to and enduring support of its community.

This month, the Lucy Walker Chemmart Pharmacy in Goondiwindi was named the Australian Pharmacy Guild Pharmacy of the Year for 2017. In the guild's praise of the Lucy Walker Chemmart Pharmacy, the team in Goondiwindi were recognised for setting an exceptional example of a pharmacy transforming to a model of care that supports the local community. The guild also praised Lucy herself for her strong commitment to staff development and welfare, rightly acknowledging that this commitment formed a strong foundation in ensuring the outstanding performance of staff in the provision of advice and services to customers and patients.

Having personally visited Lucy and her team, I can assure you that the title bestowed on Lucy Walker's pharmacy is truly deserved and epitomises the integral nature of reliable and trustworthy health services in the country. Well done to Lucy and her team for their hard work and dedication to the health of the Goondiwindi community. It is your passion and dedication that make living in places like Goondiwindi so great.

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