Casey Hearing

17/02/2026

Why does earwax seem worse in summer?
It’s not your imagination.
Swimming, humidity, sweat and extra time outdoors can all contribute to wax build-up. Water can push wax deeper, and changes in temperature can affect how it moves naturally out of the ear.
If you’re noticing:
👂 A blocked or full feeling
🔇 Muffled hearing
🔔 Ringing or buzzing
😣 Itching or discomfort

It might be time for a professional clean.
Quick reminder: cotton buds usually make it worse by pushing wax further in.

If your ears aren’t feeling quite right this summer, don’t ignore it. A gentle, safe clean can make a world of difference. 🌿

13/02/2026

❤️ Love Is in the Listening ❤️
This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating something deeper than roses and chocolates…

We’re celebrating communication.

Love isn’t just about the words we say,
It’s about hearing the laughter.
Catching the whispers.
Sharing stories across the dinner table.
Feeling connected in the quiet moments.

When hearing becomes difficult, relationships can feel strained, not because the love isn’t there, but because communication becomes harder.

At Casey Hearing, we believe that better hearing strengthens connection, and connection strengthens love.

This Valentine’s Day, give the gift that truly matters:
👂 Clearer conversations
💬 Confident communication
❤️ Feeling heard and understood

Because love works best when everyone feels included in the conversation.

12/02/2026

Falls aren’t just about “being careful.”
They’re about keeping your body and senses working together.
If we had to focus on a few powerful habits as we age, these would be it:

✔️ Practice balance a few times a week
✔️ Keep your legs strong
✔️ Walk safely on varied surfaces
✔️ Make your home safer
✔️ And… don’t skip your vision and hearing checks

Hearing plays a bigger role in balance than most people realise. Your inner ear is part of your balance system. When hearing changes go unchecked, stability and spatial awareness can be affected too.

If it’s been a while since your last hearing check, this is your nudge.
Let’s keep you confident, steady, and fully participating in life.

📞 Get in touch or visit caseyhearing.com.au
These recommendations are supported by research in fall prevention and sensory health.

11/02/2026

Hearing loss doesn’t just impact the person experiencing it.
It changes conversations at the dinner table.
It affects the laughs you miss.
It makes simple chats feel exhausting.

And families feel it too.

When one person starts hearing better, something powerful happens.
Conversations flow again.
Confidence comes back.
Connections strengthen.

Because better hearing isn’t just about volume — it’s about belonging.

If you or someone you love has been “managing” their hearing, maybe it’s time to stop managing… and start reconnecting.

📞 Book a hearing check with Casey Hearing today.

06/02/2026

Tinnitus Awareness Week starts with T is for talking about it.

🎶 Fiona Horne has lived with tinnitus since the 1990s—a condition that became part of her life during her years as a touring musician. As the lead singer of Def FX, she was constantly surrounded by high-decibel sound, from blaring stage monitors to loud club gigs, all without the hearing protection we now know is essential. Over time, that relentless exposure to noise took its toll, leaving her with a persistent ringing in her ears that she still navigates every day.
Reflecting on her experience, Fiona shares:
"I’ve lived with tinnitus since the 1990s, learning to navigate its challenges daily. Tinnitus Awareness Week is crucial in highlighting the profound impact tinnitus has on lives. I’ve redefined silence as a feeling rather than a sound, and I’m committed to supporting this campaign to bring more awareness and understanding to the condition."
Despite the challenges, Fiona has found ways to adapt, redefining silence and learning to manage tinnitus while continuing her creative pursuits. In her latest Instagram video, she opens up about her journey, and some time ago shared her story on 60 Minutes, helping to raise awareness about hearing health, prevention, and the realities of living with tinnitus.
🔗 Watch her Instagram video here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cu-E_XoNynF/?igsh=MXF2dnk0dDlhYTc2Ng%3D%3D
📺and her 60 Minutes feature here: https://youtu.be/XrIxRfgSHEs?si=alD6YgJshWFYpUsu

05/02/2026

What’s Changing at Casey Hearing?

This year, my focus is simple: making sure no one slips through the cracks.
I am committed to improving efficiencies to reduce double handling and admin overload.
This will mean creating more touchpoints with existing clients, staying connected to how you’re doing with your hearing heath, and addressing small preventable issues before they become bigger problems.

To support this, Casey Hearing will be moving to a new CRM (client management software). The transfer process runs from today (Thursday) until Monday. This means we can’t have client appointments on these days.

We thank our clients and their families for their patience during this transition.

If you’d like to book an appointment now for a couple weeks away, please feel free to use our current online booking system.

03/02/2026

It’s Tinnitus Awareness Week.
That ringing. Buzzing. Hissing.
If it’s in your ears — and it won’t switch off — you’re not alone.

Tinnitus affects millions of Australians, and for many people it starts quietly… then becomes exhausting.

Tinnitus Awareness Week is about one thing:
👉 Understanding it
👉 Talking about it
👉 Knowing help exists

You don’t have to “just live with it.”

📍 Casey Hearing
🤍 Support starts with being heard

02/02/2026

This Tinnitus Awareness Week (2-8 February)

Ever been to a club or gig, and felt your ears ‘ringing’ afterwards?

You may have experienced temporary tinnitus – where you hear sounds that are not present in the physical world. While tinnitus is temporary for some, it can persist for others. Overall, tinnitus is expected to affect two-thirds of Australians in their lifetime. Make sure to familiarise yourself with the condition and consider finding an audiologist for help.

Learn more here: https://audiology.asn.au/tinnitus-awareness-week/

29/01/2026

I love working in event spaces!

They bring together everything I value most- connection, community, relationship-building, and opportunities for growth.

Something many people don’t realise is how much sound and acoustics matter — even in small rooms.

Recently, a guest speaker asked if we’d be using a microphone. She shared that she can project her voice to around 20 people, but for larger groups, she prefers a mic.

At Casey Hearing, our advice is always the same:
👉 Always use a microphone, no matter the room size.

Why?
Because not everyone hears the same way.
Because people with hearing concerns deserve to participate fully.
And because no speaker should have to strain their voice to be understood.
With a background in audiology and speech pathology, I also think about vocal health, room acoustics, soft furnishings, and the little details that make people feel comfortable and included.
When people can hear clearly and speakers can speak comfortably,
everyone feels more confident, connected, and engaged.

Have you ever been in a room where you wanted to join the conversation but couldn’t quite hear because of poor acoustics or
because people choose not to use microphones? 🎤

29/01/2026

Hearing isn’t about turning the volume up.
It’s about understanding, staying connected, and keeping your brain engaged.

If you notice you can hear noise but miss words — especially in busy places — that’s often your first sign. Not something to ignore. Not something to “deal with later.” It’s your cue to act.

Taking steps early supports communication, confidence, and long-term brain health. Putting it off usually does the opposite.

🚫 Three common traps to avoid this year:

1️⃣ Waiting until it gets “worse”
Hearing loss creeps in quietly. Over time, the brain stops expecting certain sounds, which makes adjustment harder down the track. Earlier support simply works better.
2️⃣ Self-prescribing hearing solutions
No two hearing profiles are the same. Devices without proper testing, tuning, and follow-up often lead to frustration — and the false belief that hearing support doesn’t help.
3️⃣ Focusing on ears, not life
Hearing health impacts conversations, work, relationships, and confidence. If care doesn’t fit your real-world life, it’s incomplete.

In 2026, let’s move from managing quietly to living fully connected.
Your hearing matters 🤍

27/01/2026

You’ll be hearing… but not understanding.
Especially in noise.
Especially in group conversations.
Especially when you’re tired.

Many people assume this is just “getting older” or something to push through.
It’s not — and ignoring it often leads to withdrawal, frustration, and fatigue.

✅ The solution
Don’t wait for hearing to become a problem before you act.

• Have your hearing checked early
• Monitor changes over time
• Address clarity, not just volume
• Get support that fits your life — work, family, social settings

Small, early adjustments can prevent bigger challenges later.

In 2026, let’s shift from coping to connecting 🤍