Capital Chemist Kambah is one of the original Capital Chemist stores opening in 1976.

Cathy Rice joined the Capital Chemist Kambah team in 1992 and became managing partner in 2002. Cathy grew up on a sheep and cattle property in North Western NSW and studied pharmacy at Sydney University. Cathy has been proud to assist the Kambah community for over 30 years with all their healthcare needs and has assisted many interns to become wonderful pharmacists.

Olivia Collenette joined the Capital Chemist Kambah team in 2017 and joined Cathy as managing partner in 2024. Olivia grew up moving around New Zealand and Australia with the RNZAF and RAAF, and settled in Canberra to study pharmacy. Olivia is passionate about providing judgement-free care to all members of the Kambah community and beyond, and has a drive for educating the next generation of pharmacists. Olivia is also a Credentialled Diabetes Educator, providing this essential service to the Kambah and wider Canberra community.

Cathy and Olivia are ably assisted by pharmacists Rachel, Gwynn and Caitlin.

Capital Chemist Kambah have many long-standing team members, who have been with us for many years, and have all been recognised with “years of service” badges as below.

Sue 35 years, Robyn 30 years (now retired), Fiona 20 years (now retired).

Capital Chemist Kambah is a highly experienced, friendly team who look forward to assisting you with all your healthcare needs!