Sight For All co-founder and South Australia’s Australian of the Year Dr James Muecke wants to use his newfound status to prevent diabetes-related blindness worldwide. Read more
Ellex in negotiations to offload lasers and ultrasound
Ellex Medical Lasers is in talks to sell the largest component of its three-pronged business, which accounts for as much as 80% of total revenue. Read more
Uncertainty over common optical business structure after tax ruling
Optometry practices are being urged to review their payroll tax obligations and business structures following a court ruling that could put some healthcare businesses in breach of tax laws. Read more
Australian Society of Ophthalmologists demands apology over ‘defamatory’ IRIS claims
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) has defended the organisation that was awarded a $2.2 million government contract to perform cataract procedures in Indigenous communities amid accusations it was charging double the market rate. Read more
Public funding for standalone MIGS procedures a step closer
Government advisors have recommended minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) should be publicly funded as a standalone procedure, following extensive campaigning from Australia’s ophthalmic community. Read more
INXS star becomes Glaucoma Australia’s newest ambassador
When Annie Gibbins became CEO of Glaucoma Australia (GA) two years ago, never did she fathom the prospect of fighting for the cause alongside a rock star and the Governor-General. Read more
Hoya secures ‘VIP status’ for Australian border checks
Australian border officials have granted Hoya Lens Australia a special status that will reduce red tape and smooth the supply of its products into and out of the country. Read more
BHVI reaches multi-year deal with Optometry Giving Sight USA
The Brien Holden Vision Institute (BHVI) has signed an agreement with global fundraising initiative Optometry Giving Sight USA (OGS) that will see it continue as the charity’s major project implementation partner. Read more
Deadline looms on Indigenous eye health parity
Australia is on track to meet its 2020 deadline to close the eye health disparity between the Indigenous Australians and the broader population, according to a new report. Read more
ODMA unveils latest board appointees for upcoming term
Essilor’s new Australasian head Mr Pierre Longerna has joined the Optical Distributors and Manufacturers Association (ODMA) as a director, while Mr Robert Sparkes returns for a third term as chairman. Read more