Transitions Optical has responded to consumer demand for a photochromic lens that features faster fade back without compromising lens darkness, with the launch of its next-generation Transitions Signature lenses. Read more
COVID-19: Eviction freeze on tenants unable to pay rent
The National Cabinet has announced a moratorium on evictions for the next six months for commercial tenancies in financial distress due to the impact of coronavirus. Read more
Telehealth Medicare expansion to cover allied health
Telehealth Medicare items will be expanded to encompass allied health professionals, such as optometrists, by Monday as the Federal Government works to maintain access to healthcare amid the COVID-19 crisis. Read more
Authority to show flexibility with CPD amid pandemic
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is prepared to be flexible with matters such as continuing professional development (CPD) for registered health practitioners in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
No genetic link between myopia and glaucoma
Australian researchers have featured prominently in research efforts that have determined no genetic link between myopia and primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). Read more
Survey: Device-dependence is altering visual behaviour
One in 10 Australians spend more than 10 hours per day looking at a screen, according to findings of a new Zeiss-commissioned study revealing the extent and risks of device dependence. Read more
Experienced optical mechanic joins newest sunglasses distributor
Sunglass Collective, the latest venture from the team behind Eyes Right Optical, has appointed a new optical mechanic with 30 years’ experience as its head of prescriptions (Rx). Read more
First Doctor of Optometry course announced for WA
The University of Western Australia (UWA) has announced a new three-year postgraduate Doctor of Optometry program, which will begin in 2021 and have an initial intake of up to 60 students. Read more
Patient symposium draws experts together for World Glaucoma Week
A panel of glaucoma experts from ophthalmology, optometry, pharmacy and orthoptics, alongside patients living with the disease, will discuss the benefits of collaborative care at a patient symposium this week. Read more
Women and children feature prominently in record 10 million eye exams
New figures have revealed Australian optometrists performed a record number of Medicare consultations last year, while children’s vision assessments increased at a greater rate than population growth. Read more