Join government, industry and healthcare leaders at the GBMA Summit as we explore some of the contributors to medicine shortages and discuss how healthcare stakeholders can together chart a path toward sustainable access to medicines for Australians.
The program opens with key insights to set the context for the day, including global perspectives and keynote addresses from the Minister for Health, Disability and Ageing The Hon. Mark Butler MP and Shadow Minister for Health and Aged Care Senator the Hon. Anne Ruston, before moving through three focused sessions.
Session 1: Barriers, examining how Australia’s reimbursement settings can contribute to unintended disruptions;
Session 2: Opportunity and agility, exploring globally informed, action-oriented solutions for effective reporting and stronger system responsiveness; and
Session 3: Access and processes, identifying practical reforms to streamline regulation without compromising safety.
Confirmed speakers:
- The Hon. Mark Butler MP, Minister for Health, Disability and Ageing
- Senator the Hon. Anne Ruston, Shadow Minister for Health and Aged Care
- Hon. Prof. Jane Halton AO PSM, Independent Chair, GBMA
- Marnie Peterson, Chief Executive Officer, GBMA
- Assoc. Prof. Tom Simpson, President, Adpha
- Luke Escombe, Ambassador for Crohn’s and Colitis Australia
- Hayley Tamborini, Chief Commercial Officer, Arrotex
- Clint Holland, Country Head, Sandoz
- Steve Graham, General Manger, Commercial (Business Development), DBG Health
- Dr Stephen Jenkins, Director Government & Corporate Affairs APAC, Teva Pharma
- Sue MacLeman, Chair and Non-Executive Director, Medicines Australia
- Nick Henderson, First Assistant Secretary, Medicines Regulation Division, TGA
- Elizabeth Cuming, Chief Executive Officer, NPSA
- Anthony Tassone, Victoria Branch Vice President & National Councilor, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia
- Chad Rieger, Head of Medical Affairs and Policy, Australia and New Zealand, Sandoz
- Fleur Douy, Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager, Arrotex
The GBMA Summit will offer an interactive format with audience participation highly encouraged.
Event details:
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Parliament House Theatrette, Canberra
9:30am – 2:00pm, including a networking lunch
Tickets = $330 (GST included) for industry and non-members.
We offer complimentary registrations to patient group representatives.
Who should attend:
We warmly welcome leaders and decision-makers from government, government departments, industry associations, patient and clinician groups, suppliers, and the broader healthcare ecosystem.
Please register by Friday, January 30, 2026. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email.