The Audiology Place

31/03/2026

Here we explore a case study of a patient who came in looking for answers. ADD or APD? The pattern his mum described is one we hear often: trouble following instructions (especially when there are several steps), difficulty concentrating when there’s background noise, and appearing not to listen. Sound familiar? These symptoms overlap heavily with ADHD, which is exactly why so many kids get misdiagnosed or diagnosed incompletely.

https://www.theaudiologyplace.com.au/case-study-when-not-paying-attention/

25/03/2026

When your child’s teacher mentions they seem distracted in class, or you find yourself repeating instructions at home, glue ear might be the last thing on your mind. Yet this common childhood condition affects approximately 80% of children at least once before school age, making it one of the most frequent reasons parents bring their children to see an audiologist or GP.

When your child's teacher mentions they seem distracted in class, or you find yourself repeating instructions at home, glue ear might be the last thing on your mind. Yet this common childhood condition affects approximately 80% of children at least once before school age, making it one of the most f...

08/03/2026

International Women’s Day 2026 — Give To Gain

This year's International Women's Day theme is “Give To Gain.”

The idea is simple but powerful: when we give our time, knowledge, support, mentorship, and opportunities, we don’t lose anything. We multiply it.

At The Audiology Place, this message resonates deeply.

Audiology has long been a profession shaped by extraordinary women: Audiologists, researchers, educators, and leaders who have dedicated their careers to helping others reconnect with the world through hearing. Every day, we see how generosity, sharing expertise, supporting families, mentoring colleagues, and advocating for patients creates ripples that extend far beyond the clinic.

When we give our attention, we gain understanding.
When we give our knowledge, we gain stronger communities.
When we support women in healthcare and science, we all gain.

Starting The Audiology Place has been built on exactly this spirit — collaboration, encouragement, and a willingness to step forward and support each other along the way.

Today, we celebrate the women who lead, care, research, teach, and advocate across healthcare, and especially those working to improve hearing health for families and communities.

Because when women thrive, we all hear the difference.

Happy International Women’s Day.

08/03/2026

Vox populi quos audimus; the voice of the people… if we’re actually prepared to listen.

Soon, we’ll be doing a bit more listening to the public out in the wild. I recently picked up some rather excellent gear to do some street vox pops, stopping people for quick chats about hearing, life, and the strange things our ears (don’t) pick up.

But something rather funny happened at the recent Widex Allure launch night.

I somehow managed to win a DJI Mobile 8 and a DJI Mic Mini.

With Rob’s “gentle but constant” encouragement ringing in my ears, and my name suddenly being called out for the prize, it did feel a little like the universe was turning up the volume on a particular message.

Perhaps it’s time to step just a little further outside my comfort zone.

Starting The Audiology Place 18 months ago has already involved a lot of that, new conversations, new challenges, and a lot of listening in every sense of the word.

So maybe this is the next step.

Maybe it’s time to start sharing a little more about the surprisingly fascinating world of audiology, the science, the stories, and the human side of hearing.

I can’t promise polished broadcasting.

But I can promise a few conversations, a few vox pops, and possibly the occasional selfie along the way.

After all, when your job is helping people hear better… it probably helps to start by hearing people first.

03/03/2026

For World Hearing Day, let's talk about trust.
Our survey asked Australians: who do you trust for advice about hearing problems?
The results:

53.8% trust audiologists COMPLETELY
88.7% trust audiologists at least somewhat
Only 9.7% trust large retail chains completely
38.2% are neutral about or actively distrust retail chains

Why the gap?
We think it comes down to what happens in the consultation room. When you see an audiologist, the focus is on your hearing. Not a sales target. Not a manufacturer relationship. Just: what's going on with your ears, and what are your options?
That independence matters. Patients can feel when they're being assessed rather than being sold to.

This national survey was conducted in January 2026 to understand Australian attitudes toward hearing services, hearing aids, and healthcare providers. The research provides actionable insights for hearing service providers seeking to understand consumer behaviour, trust dynamics, and barriers to the...

01/03/2026

From our survey, a finding that might change how you think about hearing aid stigma:
When we asked what might keep people from getting a hearing aid even if they needed one, "not wanting to feel old" was a common answer.
But here's the twist: the fear of feeling old decreases with actual age.

52% of under-30s worry about this
33% of 31-40 year olds
Only 16% of over-70s

The pattern holds for appearance concerns too. 38% of under-30s cited "how they look" as a barrier. Among over-60s? About 20%.
There's a lesson here. The people who've actually faced hearing changes and dealt with them aren't the ones carrying the stigma. They've moved past it.
The stigma lives in the minds of people who've never had to confront the reality. It's fear of the unknown, not experience of the actual. https://www.theaudiologyplace.com.au/2026-hearing-services-survey/

28/02/2026

You'd see a dentist for a toothache. You'd get your eyes tested if your vision changed.

But what about your hearing?

Our new research shows nearly half of Australians did nothing about their hearing health last year — even though 1 in 6 of us will experience hearing loss.

Why the gap?

Cost is the #1 barrier (56% cite it)
Fear of "feeling old" holds people back — especially younger Australians
Most people don't know who owns their hearing clinic

The surprising part? We trust audiologists more than almost any other health source. We're just not seeing them.

This World Hearing Day, we're asking: should hearing checks be as routine as dental cleans?

We think so.

https://www.theaudiologyplace.com.au/2026-hearing-services-survey/

This national survey was conducted in January 2026 to understand Australian attitudes toward hearing services, hearing aids, and healthcare providers. The research provides actionable insights for hearing service providers seeking to understand consumer behaviour, trust dynamics, and barriers to the...

22/01/2026

Help us understand how Australians really feel about hearing care.

We’re running a short, anonymous national survey to explore attitudes, trust, and real experiences with hearing services in Australia.

It takes 5–7 minutes, no personal details are collected, and your responses will help shape future conversations around hearing health, not marketing, not sales.

If you’ve ever:
wondered about your hearing
helped a family member
or just want better information out there

We’d love your voice.

Your responses are important to us and will help us understand your experiences and preferences regarding audiology services. This survey will take approximately 5-7 minutes to complete. We do not collect any identifying information, so your answers are completely anonymous.

22/01/2026

Now supporting people who are considering, receiving, or living with a Cochlear™ implant
At The Audiology Place, our role in hearing care doesn’t stop at hearing aids.
We now provide independent cochlear implant assessment, counselling, initial activation (“switch-on”), mapping, and ongoing rehabilitation, working closely with local ENT surgeons — while remaining completely independent of manufacturers.
That means:
• Clear, evidence-based advice
• Realistic expectations
• Continuity of care before and after surgery
• Ongoing support for communication, work, family, and everyday life

At The Audiology Place, we support people who are considering, receiving, or living with a Cochlear™ implant, as well as those using conventional hearing aids.

12/01/2026

Is it New Ears Day? When your mind isn’t racing ahead or dwelling on the past, something remarkable happens: your brain’s full processing power becomes available for understanding. This isn’t just philosophy—it’s neuroscience. A present, calm mind processes sound more efficiently than a distracted, anxious one.

https://www.theaudiologyplace.com.au/mindful-listening-your-guide-to-better-understanding-and-less-listening-fatigue/

19/12/2025

The Audiology Place, Christmas dinner 2025 🎄. What a joyous and fun event, celebrating our first full calendar year! 2025 also gave us our first employee, Charlen, who somehow managed to win our first Employee of the Year award! We are so lucky to have her, and we are so lucky to have The Audiology Place. We cant wait to see what 2026 will bring! Merry Christmas and safe and happy holidays to all 🎄👂🏼✨ Rob and Signe Steers

13/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Closure: We’re off to celebrate Danish Christmas (Juleaften)! 🎄

The Audiology Place will be closed from Wednesday 24th December 2025 while our owner celebrates Danish Christmas — Juleaften — on 24 December, and we’ll be taking a proper summer breather through to Monday 5 January 2026, when we re-open.

In the meantime, please enjoy a few seasonal hearing classics: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (but only after you’ve had your hearing checked), Do You Hear What I Hear? (hopefully “yes”), and Silent Night (which, for once, is a vibe — not a symptom). If your family asks you to turn the telly down, just tell them you’re practising “dynamic range management” for the holidays.

You can still book online anytime, and we’ll get back to all calls/messages as soon as we’re back in clinic on Monday 5 January 2026.

If you have an urgent ear or hearing issue while we’re closed you can call us or please seek prompt medical help via your GP, urgent care, or your nearest emergency department.

Wishing you a safe, happy, and wonderfully audible festive season (with just the right amount of “selective listening”). 🎅👂✨