PSA welcomes new Tasmanian Health Minister
21 October 2024
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) congratulates Jacquie Petrusma MP on her appointment as Tasmania’s next Minister for Health, and thanks outgoing Minister Guy Barnett MP for his service to the portfolio.
PSA Tasmania President Mark Kirschbaum FPS welcomed Minister Petrusma to the role.
“Minister Petrusma is an experienced, strong leader for Tasmania’s health portfolio,” Mr Kirschbaum said.
“Minister Petrusma’s energy and experience as a Registered Nurse will no doubt benefit the sector as we face the nation-wide challenges of an ageing population.
“On behalf of pharmacists across Tasmania, I thank Deputy Premier Guy Barnett for his service and leadership in the Tasmanian health portfolio.
“His time as Health Minister saw a great deal of progress, utilising the skills and expertise of pharmacists to boost timely, accessible care for Tasmanians.
“As we look forward to the next steps of the government’s scope of practice review, PSA looks forward to continuing to work with the Rockliff Government and Minister Petrusma to advocate for the role of pharmacists in our state’s healthcare system.”
Media contact: Georgia Clarke M: 0480 099 798 E: georgia.clarke@psa.org.au