On Saturday 31 August, more than 150 consumer guests attended the inaugural The Australian Women’s Weekly Health Summit, with Priceline Pharmacy as the major sponsor.
The event took place at Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and was the fastest selling event in Are Media history. Focused on women’s health topics including menopause, wellness, mental health, physical health, financial health and healthy eating, the day included a series of engaging panel discussions, cooking demonstrations and participatory sessions featuring some of Australia’s most trusted wellness experts and special guests.
Experts included Priceline Pharmacist Melissa Gannon, who took part in a Q&A with The Australian Women’s Weekly Editor and event host, Sophie Tedmanson, diving into commonly asked questions and concerns around key women’s health issues often presented to Pharmacists instore at Priceline Pharmacies.
On the event, Wesfarmers Health Head of Marketing – Retail Corrina Brazel, said “Priceline Pharmacy is thrilled to partner with The Australian Women’s Weekly on its Health Summit and Walk With The Weekly initiatives. Empowering women and shining a spotlight on some of the biggest issues in women’s health is a key element of the Priceline Pharmacy brand DNA. The Australian Women’s Weekly is the perfect platform for us to reach our audience in a unique way as we continue our investment in women’s health.”
The Australian Women’s Weekly Editor Sophie Tedmanson, said “This partnership with Priceline Pharmacy was the perfect fit for us to bring the event to life, given Priceline Pharmacy’s unwavering commitment to women and their health journeys, it was a great synergy between our two brands.”
Attendees also had the chance to get a free SiSU Health check at the event and went home with a range of product from brands exclusively stocked at Priceline Pharmacy including No7, Clear Skincare, Polished London and SWIISH.
Other guests and experts involved included MC Jessica Rowe, celebrity cook Julie Goodwin, fitness trainer Michelle Bridges, actress Jodi Gordon, radio and television personality Myf Warhurst, former model and podcaster Alison Daddo, TV GP Dr Ginni Mansberg, financial expert Effie Zahos, First Nations social and emotional wellbeing counsellor Dr Liz Dale, and CEO of Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, Dr Sarah White.
Priceline Pharmacy’s partnership with The Australian Women’s Weekly continues to inspire women to prioritise their health into September with the launch of Walk With The Weekly: an initiative encouraging women to walk for 30 minutes a day throughout September to improve physical and mental health and encourage community connection.