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.

Your June CPD lineup is hereSave this post, pick your sessions, then register. What’s coming up:• 9 June: CPD Evening, W...
01/06/2026

Your June CPD lineup is here
Save this post, pick your sessions, then register.

What’s coming up:
• 9 June: CPD Evening, WA - presenter and topic to be confirmed (2Ti)
• 10 June: IDW | Therapeutics - Oral prescribing in optometry: the New Zealand experience (1.25Ti)
• 16 June: Webinar | Cataract - Evidence-based updates on cataract surgical care (1.5 (1T))
• 23 June: Regional Series, Melbourne VIC - Dry eye disease: updates and practical management considerations (matinee & evening) (2Ti)
• 24 June: IDW | Therapeutics - Pills, pressure & practice: a day in the life of a glaucoma optometrist (1.25Ti)

Save • Plan • Register
Find CPD events near you: bit.ly/OA-2026-cpd-events

DAY 1 WORKSHOPS at OCC 2026 give you the chance to go deeper, with hands-on sessions running across the afternoon.Sunday...
27/05/2026

DAY 1 WORKSHOPS at OCC 2026 give you the chance to go deeper, with hands-on sessions running across the afternoon.

Sunday 9 August workshops:
🔹 Helen Gleave (Alcon) on what the week brings for you and your patients
🔹 Amy Pillay (Essilor) on the next chapter in myopia management
🔹 Dr Lila Landowski (Wellbeing) on staying sharp in a stressful modern world
🔹 Dr Chris Edwards and Dr Tom Tutton (Aspect) on making your practice more autism friendly
🔹 Margaret Lam (Mentholatum) decoding DEWS III and the updated dry eye protocols

Each workshop runs three times across the afternoon, so you can build the schedule that suits you.
🎟️ 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

AI is opening up new conversations across optometry and eyecare. At Super Sunday, Optometry Australia CEO Mark Nevin joi...
26/05/2026

AI is opening up new conversations across optometry and eyecare.

At Super Sunday, Optometry Australia CEO Mark Nevin joined Mark Koszek, Dr. Simon Chen and Judy Nam to discuss the opportunities and challenges AI presents for the profession during the panel session, “The double-edged sword: AI in optometry and eyecare.”

The discussion highlighted the balance between innovation, patient outcomes and professional responsibility as AI continues to evolve within eyecare. Mark outlined the twin duties for optometrists on AI: to stay up to date with AI adoption into optometry through CPD; and they have a duty of care regarding patient safety when using AI.

This panel discussion was proudly sponsored by Vision Eye Institute.

From CPR refresher courses to practical dry eye management updates, there’s plenty happening for Melbourne optometrists ...
23/05/2026

From CPR refresher courses to practical dry eye management updates, there’s plenty happening for Melbourne optometrists this June.

Join our upcoming CPD events to stay up to date with clinical insights, practical learning and peer connection.

This Melbourne Regional Series event revisits a topic previously delivered across regional locations, giving metro members the opportunity to access the same valuable clinical education closer to home.

Visit our website to register:
https://www.optometry.org.au/institute-of-excellence/cpd-events/

What does the 2026–27 Federal Budget mean for optometry? While this year’s Federal Budget was particularly conservative,...
22/05/2026

What does the 2026–27 Federal Budget mean for optometry?

While this year’s Federal Budget was particularly conservative, several measures are relevant to the profession and broader eye care sector, including retinal care access, veterans’ optical supports and ongoing advocacy for innovative models of care.

Optometry Australia will continue advocating for reforms that improve access to affordable eye care, strengthen rural and regional services, and better utilise the skills and expertise of Australia’s optometry workforce.

Read the full update:
https://www.optometry.org.au/advocacy_government/2026-27-federal-budget-what-it-means-for-optometry/

OCC is heading to Brisbane this August! 🎡 After bringing together more than 600 industry professionals in Melbourne last...
22/05/2026

OCC is heading to Brisbane this August! 🎡

After bringing together more than 600 industry professionals in Melbourne last year, we’re back with another standout conference experience.

Expect expert-led lectures, practical workshops, CPD opportunities, trade exhibitors and plenty of chances to connect with the optometry community.

This year, it all happens in Brisbane, with a host city experience worth planning around.

If you haven’t registered yet, OA members can still save 20% today:
https://www.occ.optometry.org.au/registration

Offer ends 30 June.

The May 2026 issue of Clinical and Experimental Optometry is now available. This collection highlights advances in ocul...
21/05/2026

The May 2026 issue of Clinical and Experimental Optometry is now available.

This collection highlights advances in ocular diagnostics, contact lens practice, and systemic influences on eye health. Key themes include validation of clinical tools, emerging imaging biomarkers, AI applications, and practitioner-reported challenges.

Read the feature article and explore free-access articles selected by CXO’s Editor, plus highlights from the latest issue.

View the issue here:
https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/tceo20/current

OA members get full access here: https://www.optometry.org.au/institute-of-excellence/publications/clinical-experimental-optometry/issues/

More connected digital referral systems are helping improve visibility, efficiency and patient care across optometry. Ta...
20/05/2026

More connected digital referral systems are helping improve visibility, efficiency and patient care across optometry.

Tasmania’s rollout of eReferrals using HealthLink SmartForms is streamlining communication between optometrists, hospitals and ophthalmology services, reducing delays and supporting more connected care.

Tasmanian optometrists interested in accessing eReferrals can contact Primary Health Tasmania’s Digital Health team via:
📧 providersupport@primaryhealthtas.com.au

Learn more:
https://www.optometry.org.au/digital-health-and-ai/e-referrals-in-optometry-improving-referral-visibility-efficiency-and-patient-care/

A special moment for Optometry Australia as we celebrate the successful vote to unify and the beginning of an exciting n...
19/05/2026

A special moment for Optometry Australia as we celebrate the successful vote to unify and the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our profession. 🎉

Last week, State Division and National Staff, and OA Board Members came together to celebrate this milestone and reflect on the future we are building together through our Strategic Future journey. From sharing cake and conversations to capturing memories with colleagues, the day was filled with optimism, connection and excitement for what lies ahead.

One of the highlights of the celebration was staff writing heartfelt messages of appreciation to one another, recognising the people, passion and collaboration that continue to shape our organisation every day. 💙

This milestone represents a stronger, more united future for optometry across Australia. Together, we are creating new opportunities to support optometrists, strengthen advocacy and build a more connected profession for the future.

We’re excited for what’s ahead for Optometry Australia and the wider optometry community.

📣 Myopia Awareness Week is here (18–24 May). This year’s BHVI campaign theme, Start Early. Protect Vision for Life., is ...
18/05/2026

📣 Myopia Awareness Week is here (18–24 May).

This year’s BHVI campaign theme, Start Early. Protect Vision for Life., is a timely reminder of the important role optometrists play in early detection, patient education and proactive myopia management.

As myopia continues to rise globally, helping families understand the value of regular eye exams, outdoor time and early intervention has never been more important.

Looking to strengthen your confidence in myopia management?
Explore clinical resources, tools and CPD opportunities through the OA Myopia Hub.
🔗 Explore the OA Myopia Hub
https://www.optometry.org.au/practice-professional-support/myopia/
🔗 Support the BHVI campaign
https://bhvi.org/maw2026/

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