George Tambassis is a pharmacist with over 35 years’ experience in Community Pharmacy. George was National President of The Pharmacy Guild of Australia for seven years, during which time he was instrumental in negotiating the 6th and 7th Community Pharmacy Agreements. In 2024, he was re-elected as the Guild’s Victorian Branch President and as a National Councillor. George was the inaugural President of the World Pharmacy Council and a member of the OECD’s Associate Expert Group advising on pharmacy and health. He also has extensive board and executive experience.
Victorian Branch President, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia
George Tambassis

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is committed to the health and safety of symposium delegates. In order to protect delegates from the spread of COVID-19 and to take into account Stage 3 Queensland Government restrictions, the following measures will be put in place:
1. Personal safety – each delegate will be provided with a pack containing hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes and a mask. In addition to this, the venue will conduct regular cleaning of the venue spaces and equipment. Sanitation stations will also be available throughout the venue.
2. Physical distancing – session seating will be set up to follow the 4 square metres per person rule. Social functions will also comply with these rules.
3. Adherence to the COVID Safe Event Checklist – this is for events of up to 500 people and addresses the risks associated with the potential transmission of COVID-19.


Events Division – The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland Branch
132 Leichhardt St, Spring Hill QLD 4000
Ph: 07 3831 3788
Fax: 07 3831 9246
Email: events@qldguild.org.au