The Audiology Place

13/10/2025

Well, today is a monumental day for The Audiology Place !

One year ago today, we officially opened our doors, and what a year it has been! Learning everything that comes with running a new business while working full-time in it has certainly been overwhelming at times, but it is also the most joyous experience I could ever imagine. For the first time in my Audiological career, I have felt that my ethical values align perfectly with the work that I deliver to the community. I love going to my clinic, I love being in my clinic, and I love my job oh so very much!

And so many milestones have been met in just one short year from winning the Most Outstanding New Business at the Northern Beaches Local Business Awards, to having our very first employee! And not just any employee, but my amazing friend and forever-colleague Charlen Lavoie . I can’t wait to be the best boss ever for her for hopefully the rest of her career!

At the end of the day, I am just so grateful.

- I am grateful that Rob and I have been able to take this leap into opening our own Independent Audiology Practice.

- I am grateful for the welcome I was given by Independent Audiologists Australia, and the amazing family it has turned out to be. Special shout-out to Tegan Keogh and Heidi Modrovich who gave up so much of their personal time before The Audiology Place was even a thing! They were instrumental in sowing the seed of self-belief that this could actually be done.

- I am grateful for Hearing Practitioner Australia who reached out in the early weeks to run an article on the opening - another moment of sowing the seeds of self-belief!

- I am grateful for the local community who have been such amazing supporters of their new local business, especially Forestville RSL Sub-Branch, who have continued to shout encouragement from the rooftop since day 1.

- I am grateful for every single patient that has come through The Audiology Place doors.

- I am grateful for Charlen who believes in me enough to join my team.

- And most of all I am grateful for Robert Steers and our kids, who have shown no limits in their encouragement, support and love, allowing us to make this company what it has become in its first year. Rob’s tireless work behind the scenes has been second to none.

One year done and dusted! Here is to many many many more. I can’t wait to see what the next year has in store for The Audiology Place 🩵

11/09/2025

On this day, 1 year ago, we were in the initial fit-out stage of The Audiology Place's Forestville clinic. I was in no man's land. I had no employment, yet I was about to embark on the biggest journey of all - self-employment. I was a mix of anxious and excited. But I must admit, anxiety often took the lead. What has transpired since that day has been nothing short of happiness and clarity. Finally, the ethical and patient-centred care that I believe should exist in hearing healthcare aligns with the practice I am able to deliver. Finally, the full scope of Audiological practice, which is my passion, can be delivered without compromise. I know I am going to be an emotional mess on the 1-year anniversary of this place, Robert Steers and I have built very soon, and I can't wait for that post!

10/09/2025

What a wet and blustery morning in Forestville. We are without power for a few hours this morning. We are still open, but working with limited capacity.

27/08/2025

Want to geek out on hearing health? Did you know surfer's ear has been found in Neanderthals? They were unlikely to be catching waves, but it shows signs of coastal foraging. In a groundbreaking study, researchers analysed the ear canals of 23 Neanderthal remains and found that nearly 50% displayed signs of external auditory exostoses.

Surfer’s ear, medically known as external auditory exostoses, is marked by abnormal bony growths in the ear canal. Though its name suggests a modern affliction tied to surfing, this condition has deep evolutionary roots, even in our ancient relatives, the Neanderthals. The prevalence of surfer’s...

19/08/2025

We’re delighted to announce that Charlen Lavoie, MScS (Audiology), has joined the team at The Audiology Place. With more than two decades of experience and a long-standing connection to our clinic director, Dr Signe Steers, Charlen brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and continuity to the Northern Beaches community.

https://www.theaudiologyplace.com.au/introducing-charlen-lavoie/

09/08/2025

At the Audiology Place, we see children from six months of age, using evidence-based testing in a fun, engaging environment.

We start by gently checking the ears with otoscopy, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions — even for little ones who can’t respond to sounds yet.

For older children, we use play-based audiometry with toys and games to turn testing into something they enjoy. We also test high-frequency hearing to catch things others might miss.

Every appointment is designed to be calm, child-centred, and tailored to your child’s age and developmental stage.

We explain everything to parents, share results clearly, and support your next steps — whether that’s monitoring, treatment, or a referral.

Because early detection matters — and every child deserves to hear their world clearly.

https://www.theaudiologyplace.com.au/childrens-hearing-tests-2/

16/07/2025

Most people think of a hearing test as something quick and simple—put on headphones, listen for beeps, press a button. But when you walk into a truly expert-led audiology clinic like The Audiology Place, you’re getting much more than that. You’re stepping into a tailored diagnostic experience that considers not just whether you can hear, but also how you hear, what you hear, and how your hearing interacts with your broader health and well-being.

Most people think of a hearing test as something quick and simple—put on headphones, listen for beeps, press a button. But when you walk into a truly expert-led audiology clinic like The Audiology Place, you’re getting much more than that. You’re stepping into a tailored diagnostic experience ...

11/06/2025

11/06/2025

Winners

11/06/2025

Fingers crossed. New business finalists.

05/05/2025

We get a lot of golfers in our clinic wondering if hearing aids will help their golf game. So we wrote this to help them understand what is going on.

Golf is a sport that demands precision, focus, and a keen awareness of your surroundings. While many golfers focus on improving their swing mechanics or investing in the latest equipment, there's another factor that can significantly impact your performance on the course: your hearing. For golfers w...

16/04/2025

We are more than stoked! We made it as a finalist in the Outstanding New Business category.

https://thebusinessawards.com.au/78242/the-audiology-place