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
- 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.

Vale Associate Professor Mark Roth OAM. Optometry Australia is deeply saddened by the passing of A/Prof Mark Roth OAM on...
16/01/2026

Vale Associate Professor Mark Roth OAM.

Optometry Australia is deeply saddened by the passing of A/Prof Mark Roth OAM on Wednesday, 14 January 2026. A Principal Fellow at the University of Melbourne, Mark educated and inspired generations of optometrists and was a passionate advocate for therapeutic prescribing.

We extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and students.

Read more:
https://www.optometry.org.au/members_member_initiatives/vale-associate-professor-mark-roth-oam/

Advanced Practice Recognition (APR) is Optometry Australia’s exclusive, member-only credentialling initiative for optome...
14/01/2026

Advanced Practice Recognition (APR) is Optometry Australia’s exclusive, member-only credentialling initiative for optometrists with advanced clinical expertise.

How APR supports your practice and career:
• Supports strategic career trajectory planning
• Counts towards CPD requirements
• Earn the title Optometry Australia Credentialled Advanced Practitioner – Glaucoma
• Ongoing learning via the annual Glaucoma Symposium
• Strengthens collaborative care with ophthalmologists

Thinking about applying?
The best next step is to attend an APR Drop-in Session to understand requirements and prepare for the next round.
Join our drop-in session:
https://www.optometry.org.au/institute-of-excellence/cpd-events/advanced-practice-recognition-apr-drop-in-session/

Learn more about APR Program:
https://www.optometry.org.au/practice-professional-support/advanced-practice-recognition/

Last call: EOIs close 19 January.We invite optometrists and researchers worldwide to submit an Expression of Interest to...
13/01/2026

Last call: EOIs close 19 January.

We invite optometrists and researchers worldwide to submit an Expression of Interest to join the international author working groups for EYECARE: Diabetes and Optometric Practice.

EYECARE is a new Clinical & Experimental Optometry (CXO) series connecting research with real-world clinical practice through global collaboration. Diversity of expertise and geography is encouraged.

Submit your EOI by 19 Jan: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5L69GNZ

Optometry Australia member benefit: save on your practice print essentials with VistaPrint. As a member, you get 10% off...
05/01/2026

Optometry Australia member benefit: save on your practice print essentials with VistaPrint.

As a member, you get 10% off sitewide on VistaPrint’s custom marketing and practice stationery. Great for refreshing appointment cards, updating brochures, or stocking up on everyday practice materials.

Use code OA10 at checkout.

Excludes shipping, third-party services and sale items. Maximum discount of $200 AUD applies.

Shop now: https://vistaprintanzvcsprogram.sjv.io/o4BdmE

Season’s greetings from Optometry Australia.We thank our members for your continued commitment to patient care and the p...
30/12/2025

Season’s greetings from Optometry Australia.

We thank our members for your continued commitment to patient care and the profession, and we look forward to supporting you again in 2026.

Wishing you a safe festive season and a successful New Year.

💬 “Really appreciate you both and OA/OVSA for helping guide new grads. It makes the process a lot less daunting.” – Firs...
26/12/2025

💬 “Really appreciate you both and OA/OVSA for helping guide new grads. It makes the process a lot less daunting.” – First contract review
Our Help Desk is here to guide you through every step — with practical advice and genuine care.
📩 OA members — reach out anytime for confidential, unbiased advice:
📧 OAhelpdesk@optometry.org.au
📞 1800 678 662
You’re stepping into your career — and we’ve got your back.

Optometry’s future is shaped by those who speak up. The oral prescribing consultation closes today. By participating, yo...
24/12/2025

Optometry’s future is shaped by those who speak up.

The oral prescribing consultation closes today. By participating, you’re supporting your own clinical autonomy, better patient outcomes and a stronger future for our profession.

We’ve made it quick and easy, and every voice matters.

👉 Add your voice: https://www.optometry.org.au/advocacy/secure-oral-prescribing-for-optometry/

The OA National Office will close on 25 December 2025 and reopen on 2 January 2026. If members have an urgent medico-leg...
23/12/2025

The OA National Office will close on 25 December 2025 and reopen on 2 January 2026.

If members have an urgent medico-legal matter during the closure period, please call Avant, your professional indemnity insurer, which runs a confidential helpline 7 days a week for OA members.

Call 1800 128 268 (press #2 to select medico-legal option).

23/12/2025

Optometrists are highly trained primary eye care clinicians. Oral prescribing for the purpose of optometry is safe, appropriate and well regulated – and it’s time that’s formally recognised. Silence means others get to shape the narrative.

The consultation closes 24 December. This is the final opportunity to support a model that trusts optometrists’ expertise and supports timely patient care.

👉 Have your say: https://www.optometry.org.au/advocacy/secure-oral-prescribing-for-optometry/

Christmas & New Year staffing: do you know the rules? With public holidays fast approaching, many practices are asking: ...
21/12/2025

Christmas & New Year staffing: do you know the rules?

With public holidays fast approaching, many practices are asking:
✔️ Can staff be required to work on Christmas or New Year’s Day?
✔️ When can employees reasonably refuse?
✔️ What consultation is legally required?

The Fair Work Act — and recent case law — set clear expectations, and getting it wrong during the festive period can carry legal risk.

👉 Read our latest article to understand what’s reasonable, what’s required, and how to manage public holiday work confidently this Christmas and New Year.

🔗 Learn more:
https://www.optometry.org.au/workplace/working-on-public-holidays-what-employers-and-employees-need-to-know/

⏰ Last chance to have your say on oral prescribingThe public consultation on oral prescribing for optometry closes Wedne...
21/12/2025

⏰ Last chance to have your say on oral prescribing

The public consultation on oral prescribing for optometry closes Wednesday, 24 December.

This reform simply recognises the training, clinical judgement and responsibility optometrists already bring to patient care every day. If we don’t speak up now, others will shape the future of our profession.

Add your voice before it closes: https://www.optometry.org.au/advocacy/secure-oral-prescribing-for-optometry/

Did you know your membership includes 1:1 Risk Advisory?As an Optometry Australia member, you have access to personalise...
20/12/2025

Did you know your membership includes 1:1 Risk Advisory?

As an Optometry Australia member, you have access to personalised risk management assistance from our premium PII partner, Avant.

The service assists members with:
• Eye exam and clinical documentation
• Patient communication and handling complaints
• Recalls and reminders for glaucoma and diabetes patients
• Optometry advertising and social media, and more

Members receive a 45–60 minute consultation followed by a written follow-up report with recommendations.

👉 Contact risk.advisory@avant.org.au or 1800 128 268 to book.

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