Optometry Australia

Optometry Australia Optometry Australia is the peak professional body for optometrists.

The organisation aims to effectively lead the profession, ensuring that optometry evolves as a respected and satisfying profession. Services and resources provided by Optometry Australia include:

- Representation of optometrists and their interests to government and other bodies
- Development and sharing of information regarding vision standards
- Medicare guidelines
- Practice management
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Financial, marketing and legal services
- Information and services to the public

We are a not-for-profit organisation comprised of six state divisions, a national office and a National Board which acts as the organisation's governing body.

A fantastic night in Rockhampton connecting with our Central Queensland members, new graduates and local eye care collea...
21/06/2026

A fantastic night in Rockhampton connecting with our Central Queensland members, new graduates and local eye care colleagues.

It was wonderful to see so many conversations flowing, experiences being shared and new professional connections being made across the room.

A big thank you to Dr Andrew Laming, Ophthalmologist with the St John Eye Van, and Dr Nick Wong, GP Liaison Officer, for joining us and sharing valuable insights into collaboration, referral pathways and strengthening local connections across the eye care sector.

Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the evening such an engaging and enjoyable one.

Next stop: Palm Cove in September! 🌴

20/06/2026

Start your next membership year with Optometry Australia and continue investing in your career, your profession and your connection to the optometry community.

As one national organisation, Optometry Australia continues to support members with trusted professional guidance, advocacy and opportunities to grow the profession.

Renew by 30 June to maintain access to key member benefits including Professional Indemnity Insurance cover, Help Desk access, HR support, CPD, local events and more.

Plus, pay by 30 June 2026 to receive a free printed hard copy of the Centre for Eye Health Chairside Reference Guide, and access 20% off the Optometry Clinical Conference as an Optometry Australia member.

Renew today and continue making the most of your membership.
https://oa.optometry.org.au/Subscription.aspx

EOFY is closer than you think. Stock up on appointment cards, business cards, flyers and patient education materials – a...
19/06/2026

EOFY is closer than you think. Stock up on appointment cards, business cards, flyers and patient education materials – and get 15% off your total cart at VistaPrint. Optometry Australia members, use code OA15 at checkout to claim your exclusive discount.

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Final push: help us reach 50,000 signatures. Optometry Australia supports Allied Health Professions Australia in calling...
17/06/2026

Final push: help us reach 50,000 signatures.

Optometry Australia supports Allied Health Professions Australia in calling for the Commonwealth Prac Payment to be expanded to include all allied health students, including optometry students.

More than 42,000 people have already signed the petition ahead of it being tabled in Parliament next week.

Optometry students complete extensive mandatory unpaid placements, often at significant personal cost. Expanding placement support is a practical step to reduce financial hardship, strengthen workforce sustainability and help ensure students can complete their training without unnecessary barriers.

Add your name and help support fairer placement support.
Sign here: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/expand-prac-payments-to-allied-health-and-medical-students

DAY 2 WORKSHOPS at OCC 2026 keep the practical learning going, with four workshops repeating across the morning and earl...
17/06/2026

DAY 2 WORKSHOPS at OCC 2026 keep the practical learning going, with four workshops repeating across the morning and early afternoon.

Monday 10 August workshops:
🔹 Helen Gleave (Alcon) on what the week brings for you and your patients
🔹 Amy Pillay (Essilor) lighting up dry eye and the power of LLLT in everyday practice
🔹 Dr Lila Landowski (Wellbeing) on staying sharp in a stressful modern world
🔹 Dr Chris Edwards and Dr Tom Tutton (Aspect) on autism-friendly practice

Each workshop runs three times, so you can plan around the keynotes you want to catch.
🎟️ EOFY SALE EXTENDED OA members can still save 20% on OCC 2026 registration until 30 June.

📍 Optometry Clinical Conference 2026
🗓️ 9-10 August 2026
🔗 Register now: www.occ.optometry.org.au/registration

Optometry Australia warmly congratulates early career optometrist Harrison Pike, who received the Emerging Leadership Aw...
16/06/2026

Optometry Australia warmly congratulates early career optometrist Harrison Pike, who received the Emerging Leadership Award at the NATSIEHC26 Awards in May.

A proud Wiradjuri Ngemba man and the first Indigenous graduate from the Master of Optometry program at the University of Canberra, Harrison is committed to improving eye health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally safe, patient-centred care.

Reflecting on the award, Harrison said the recognition reinforces his commitment to advocating for better eye health outcomes and contributing to lasting change for future generations.

Read Harrison’s story: https://www.optometry.org.au/awards-scholarships/early-career-optometrist-harrison-pike-scoops-natsiehc26-award/

Ready to take the next step in glaucoma care? Applications are now open for the final round of the 2026 Advanced Practic...
15/06/2026

Ready to take the next step in glaucoma care?

Applications are now open for the final round of the 2026 Advanced Practice Recognition (APR) – Glaucoma Program. Available exclusively to Optometry Australia members, this is your last opportunity to take part in the 2026 Glaucoma Program. To apply, please submit your completed application form, CV and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and in the order they are received.

Learn more and apply: https://www.optometry.org.au/practice-professional-support/advanced-practice-recognition/

For questions, contact [email protected].

13/06/2026

It’s time to renew your Optometry Australia membership for 2026-27 and this year, we've drastically reduced membership fees for most categories!

Stay covered, supported and connected, with your member benefits continuing seamlessly, including professional indemnity insurance, Help Desk access, HR support, CPD, local events and more.

Renew and pay before 30 June to claim your free Centre for Eye Health Chairside Reference Guide, yours to keep.

A new chapter for Optometry Australia starts now. Make sure your membership is renewed before the deadline.

Renew today: https://oa.optometry.org.au/Subscription.aspx

Are you coming to Optometry Clinical Conference 2026?Make the most of your conference experience with bonus CPD before t...
12/06/2026

Are you coming to Optometry Clinical Conference 2026?
Make the most of your conference experience with bonus CPD before the main event.

Practical Myopia Management for Everyday Optometric Practice
📅 Saturday 8 August 2026
📍 QUT Health Clinics, Kelvin Grove, QLD
🎓 3i CPD (Quality Assurance pending)
💰 Free for eligible OA members

This half-day workshop offers hands-on, case-based learning to support everyday myopia management in practice.
Places are limited and selection criteria apply.

Learn more and apply via the link.
https://www.occ.optometry.org.au/qut-workshop-practical-myopia-management

Are you ready for upcoming changes to how super is paid? Payday Super starts on 1 July, requiring employers to pay super...
11/06/2026

Are you ready for upcoming changes to how super is paid?

Payday Super starts on 1 July, requiring employers to pay superannuation guarantee contributions at the same time as salary and wages.
Employers should check that their payroll systems are ready for the upcoming changes, while employees are encouraged to review their payslips and super fund receipts once the changes commence.

Read the full update and access support here:
https://www.optometry.org.au/workplace/getset-for-payday-super/

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