At Wonthaggi Miners' Dispensary, we proudly serve the Wonthaggi community with a wide range of health and pharmacy services, including:
Explore our full services list here, or contact us for more information.
Yes and no – it depends on the medication.
Not sure what you need? Just ask our friendly team in-store, online, or by phone.
Absolutely. You don’t need a script to speak to our pharmacists. We're here to help with:
Walk in or call us - no appointment required.
If you're unsure about:
Our pharmacists are here to help. We’ll make sure you feel confident and safe with your treatment.
For urgent health concerns after hours, contact:
For non-urgent queries, leave us a message or email - we’ll respond during business hours.
Yes - our pharmacists are qualified, registered health professionals under the Pharmacy Board of Australia. We provide expert advice on:
We’re your local health experts - feel free to contact us.
It’s easy. Bring your prescription to the pharmacy in person, or ask your GP to send it electronically.
We will:
We also help manage repeat prescriptions and offer reminder services.
You can use our MedAdvisor script ordering app as well to manage your prescriptions.
Yes, we offer on-site vaccinations, including:
Check our current vaccine availability here.
No, walk-ins are welcome for flu vaccines. However, we recommend calling ahead to check availability, especially during peak flu season.
We offer several services to make medication management simple:
Ask us about setting up a personalised system that suits your needs.
Yes, we offer prescription delivery within Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Dalyston and Kilcunda.
Contact us to check your address and delivery times.
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) subsidises the cost of many prescription medicines for Australians. If your medicine is listed on the PBS, you’ll pay a reduced price:
Ask our team if your prescription is covered under the PBS.
Concession cards entitle holders to reduced costs on PBS medicines. Common cards include:
Bring your card when collecting prescriptions to ensure you receive the correct pricing.
The PBS Safety Net helps reduce medicine costs once you’ve spent a certain amount on PBS prescriptions in a calendar year:
Once you reach the threshold:
We’ll help track your PBS spending and notify you when you’re close to the Safety Net. You can also apply for a Safety Net Card to make future claims easier.
If you forget to present your card when collecting a PBS prescription, you may pay the full price. However, you can request a PBS refund later by providing your card and receipt.
Yes, you can collect PBS medicines on behalf of someone else. Just bring their prescription and Medicare or concession card. If you’re unsure, ask our team for guidance.
We support the Bass Coast community with personal service and professional advice. Whether you need help with prescriptions, vaccinations, or general health queries, our experienced team is here for you.
Contact us today or visit our pharmacy in Wonthaggi to speak with a local pharmacist who cares.
Serving Wonthaggi since 1922, we are a not-for-profit community pharmacy dedicated to improving your health and wellness every day. Located in the heart of Wonthaggi, we offer expert care, member benefits, and a commitment to giving back to our community.
