Pharmacists are pushing for broader powers to prescribe medications, which they say will take pressure off GPs and the federal budget.
And it could save patients from having to book a doctor's appointment every time they want to pick up a script for medications ranging from chronic health conditions to mental health and travel health.
Trials across the states and territories already allow chemists to prescribe medicines for hormonal contraception, urinary tract infections and skin conditions, among others.
For Gail Colley, being able to get chronic health prescriptions straight from her local chemist will help her cut down the number of GP visits she needs to make each month.
"My husband's 90, I'm 80 and so having to just go down the road is just brilliant," the Gold Coast local told AAP.
