Canon Street Optometrists

Canon Street Optometrists We provide vision care ranging from sight testing and correction, to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vision changes.

19/11/2025

Staring at screens all day? You’re not alone. But it can take a toll — on comfort, focus, and even output.

Digital eye strain affects people of all ages, and it’s on the rise. The good news? It’s manageable!

We’ve got tips, tools and lens options that can help.

Your eye health is worth the attention! Book your appointment today:
https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz/book-an-appointment/ -form

Wednesday floof from our mates at Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dogs 🐕🦺 ! Us because there are only FIVE WEEKS until Christm...
18/11/2025

Wednesday floof from our mates at Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dogs 🐕🦺 !

Us because there are only FIVE WEEKS until Christmas!

1️⃣ Yumi, a cream coloured guide dog, smiling happily at the camera, with her tongue hanging out.
2️⃣ Black stud dog Bennett looks sadly at the camera as the resident cat is curled up asleep in his bed.
3️⃣ Yayla and Yakira, two cream coloured guide dogs, curled up asleep on each other in the Guide Dog Development Centre.
4️⃣ 11 week old Frank, a black guide dog puppy, meeting a chicken for the first time.
5️⃣ Ricki, a black guide dog puppy, looks at the camera with a toy in his mouth.
6️⃣ Black guide dog Yelena, lying down and smiling at the camera in the Guide Dog Development Centre.
7️⃣ Yohan, a cream-colored guide dog, is sitting in the back of the guide dog van, looking sleepy.
8️⃣ Ricki, a black guide dog, resting on the ground in his harness, looking up at the camera.

17/11/2025

Wow, thanks so much, Jeanette! 💜

We love our customers! We are committed to delivering the highest quality eye health service with professional advice you can trust 🙌⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Is it time you booked your eye exam?

You can do it just here 👉 https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz/book-an-appointment.php

14/11/2025

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month!

Symptoms of diabetic retinopathy:

👁️ Seeing spots or floaters in your field of vision
👁️ Blurred vision
👁️ Having a dark or empty spot in the centre of your vision
👁️ Difficulty seeing well at night

Find out more here 👇
https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz/your-eyes/diabetes/

14/11/2025

Spotlight on 🔦 Blackfin

The Kensington frame embodies bold style and timeless charm. The meticulously handcrafted colour palette adds a unique flair, while the new Lite Pads ensure exceptional comfort.

https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz/frames/

13/11/2025

Broken frames? Been there. Sat on them? Done that. Blamed the dog? Relatable. 😅

Vanessa to the rescue yesterday! 💪
She managed a phenomenal temporary fix on a seriously bent pair of glasses so our fabulous customer could keep wearing them comfortably 🤝

Come in anytime — our incredible team can work a little magic to get you seeing clearly again while you browse our STUNNING new season frame range, and find something that feels just right for you.

https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz

12/11/2025

Workplace hazards can do more than slow you down — they can lead to permanent vision damage.

It’s not worth the risk. Prevention and protection are key.

Let’s keep your vision safe, wherever you’re working.

https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz/book-an-appointment/ -form

Wednesday floof from our mates at Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dogs 🐕🦺 ! Those teefs 🥰A big shoutout to Pax, who earned his...
11/11/2025

Wednesday floof from our mates at Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dogs 🐕🦺 !

Those teefs 🥰

A big shoutout to Pax, who earned his certificate for his very first flight this week! ✈️

1️⃣ Close-up photo of Norah, a black Labrador, showing her teefs.
2️⃣ Pax on his first Air New Zealand flight. He is sleeping peacefully in the footwell, next to his first flight certificate.
3️⃣ Neenie girl curled up on a grey beanbag in the Development Centre.
4️⃣ Thatcher on his big boy bed in the Development Centre.
5️⃣ Vinnie sitting on the floor in Kmart, looking at the camera.
6️⃣ Uno happily running through the free run.
7️⃣ Besties Twix and Xena sitting together on a red bed at the Development Centre. They are both looking at the camera.
8️⃣ Tui, the master of puppy dog eyes, sitting in a department store, looking at the camera.
9️⃣ Cam happily chewing on a bone in a park.

09/11/2025

Buy a full pair of premium HOYA progressive glasses, get 50% off your second pair of sunglasses or occupationals – perfect for work, hobbies or screen time.

https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz

T&Cs apply. Available now while the offer lasts.

Glasses feeling tired or outdated?New frames and lenses could be the best gift you give yourself this year!And yep — Aft...
09/11/2025

Glasses feeling tired or outdated?

New frames and lenses could be the best gift you give yourself this year!

And yep — Afterpay’s available to help you spread the cost 🤝

https://canonstreetoptometrists.co.nz

Address

26 Canon Street
Timaru
7910

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+6436889791

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