UFS
UFS is an Australian mutual healthcare organisation operating pharmacies, medical centres, an urgent care clinic and an optometry practice, primarily in the western region of Victoria.
Last updated September 10, 2026
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Overview
UFS (United Friendly Societies) is a mutual organisation owned entirely by its members, established as a friendly society in Ballarat over 140 years ago. It operates 19 pharmacies, four medical centres, Ballarat's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic and an optometry practice, serving the western region of Victoria. Its purpose is to empower more people to live longer, healthier lives.
History
UFS (United Friendly Societies) was established as a friendly society in Ballarat over 140 years ago. It is a mutual organisation owned entirely by its members, not by shareholders or investors, with profits invested back into the company for the benefit of members, customers and the community. UFS has cared for many generations of families in the western region of Victoria. It now operates 19 pharmacies, four medical centres, Ballarat's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic and an optometry practice. A new UFS Pharmacy opened in the foyer of Ballarat Base Hospital, known as Grampians Health UFS Pharmacy, described as the region's first community pharmacy located within a hospital setting.
Products and positioning
A mutual healthcare organisation focused on improving community health and empowering people to live longer, healthier lives.
Prescription medications
Provided at Grampians Health UFS Pharmacy.
Over-the-counter health solutions
Provided at Grampians Health UFS Pharmacy.
Everyday essentials
Provided at Grampians Health UFS Pharmacy.
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