Eyecare Plus Nambucca Heads & Macksville

21/04/2026

13/04/2026

Glaucoma and driving - what you need to know 🚗

Driving is part of everyday life for many of us, but glaucoma can affect vision in ways that aren’t always obvious - particularly peripheral (side) vision, which is essential for spotting hazards.

Even if you can read the eye chart clearly, your field of vision plays a key role in safe driving. That’s why tests like the Esterman visual field test are used to assess whether your vision meets the legal requirements in Australia.

If you’re living with glaucoma, it’s important to:
✔️ Keep up with regular eye exams
✔️ Understand your driving responsibilities
✔️ Talk to your eye care provider about any concerns

We know these conversations can be difficult, but staying informed helps you make safe, confident decisions.

👉 Read more: https://glaucoma.org.au/news-details/news/glaucoma-and-driving

06/04/2026

🌍💙 World Health Day 2026 💙🌍

Health is more than just the absence of illness—it’s about physical, mental, and social well-being. Today is a reminder that taking care of ourselves and each other matters, every single day.

Let’s commit to small, meaningful steps: staying active, eating well, prioritizing mental health, and supporting accessible healthcare for all. Together, we can build healthier communities and a stronger future.

Your health is your greatest asset—protect it, nurture it, and never take it for granted. 💪✨

31/03/2026

Wishing all our wonderful patients a happy and safe long weekend this Easter 🌸🐣
Please see our updated trading hours. We hope you enjoy a relaxing break, and we look forward to seeing you when we reopen! 👓✨

29/03/2026

And the winner is… 🎉👀
A huge thank you to everyone who entered our Le Specs beach towel & bag giveaway! We loved seeing all your tags and support 💙
To enter, you liked our page and tagged two friends – and now it’s time to celebrate our lucky winner! 🏖️✨
🎊 Congratulations to our winner! 🎊
Please send us a DM to claim your prize.
Stay tuned for more fun giveaways and offers coming soon 👓💫

24/03/2026

Thanks for your patience- Phones and internet are back up and running!

23/03/2026

Our phones and systems are temporarily down at Eyecare Plus Nambucca Heads and Macksville. Sorry for any inconvenience, hope to be up and running again soon!!

23/03/2026

Seeing the world more clearly—today and every day 👁️✨

Happy World Optometry Day! 🌍👓 Today we celebrate the incredible role optometrists play in protecting our vision, enhancing quality of life, and helping people see their best. From early detection of eye conditions to providing personalised care, optometrists truly make a difference every single day.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the importance of eye health—don’t forget to book your regular eye check and give your eyes the care they deserve! 💙

16/03/2026

🍀 Happy St Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Today we celebrate Irish heritage, culture, and community spirit.

St Patrick’s Day honours Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and is celebrated around the world with a splash of green, plenty of shamrocks, and a spirit of togetherness.

Whether you’re enjoying time with family and friends, attending a local event, or simply wearing green for the day — we hope it’s filled with joy, luck, and laughter.

Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit! 🇮🇪🍀

13/03/2026

✨ Wishing Crystal the Best of Luck! ✨

This week, Crystal is heading to Sydney to complete her final prac block at TAFE as part of her journey to becoming a qualified Optical Dispenser.
Over the past 12 months, Crystal has shown incredible dedication and commitment, successfully completing two previous prac blocks along with many assignments along the way — all while continuing to help look after the needs of our patients.
We are so proud of her commitment and enthusiasm, and the effort she has put into her learning and development throughout this journey.
Please join us in wishing Crystal the very best of luck for her final prac and exam. We know she will do an amazing job! 👓

11/03/2026

👁️ World Glaucoma Day | March 12

Glaucoma is known as the “silent thief of sight” — a condition that often develops without warning signs in its early stages. Yet it remains the second leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, affecting around 80 million people.

Led globally by the World Glaucoma Association, World Glaucoma Day highlights the importance of early detection and regular comprehensive eye exams.

🔎 Did you know?
• Around 1 in 200 people aged 40 are living with glaucoma
• This rises to 1 in 8 people by age 80
• Major risk factors include age, family history, and elevated eye pressure

Vision loss from glaucoma is permanent — but early diagnosis and treatment can slow or prevent progression.

Today is a reminder to prioritise your eye health and encourage loved ones, especially those over 40, to book an eye examination.