This year marks a major milestone for Eyecare Plus, celebrating 25 years of supporting independent optometry practices across Australia.
As the country’s largest branded group of independent optometry practices, Eyecare Plus says it has built its reputation on a simple but powerful model – combining national strength with independent ownership. For optometrists and dispensers, it’s a network designed to help practices grow while retaining their individuality.
Supporting the next generation of owners
A key focus throughout the group’s 25-year journey has been succession planning and ownership opportunities. Eyecare Plus has guided countless optometrists and dispensers through the transition into practice ownership, offering branded, co-branded, and unbranded membership models.
The group says this flexible approach ensures that well-established practices remain in the hands of passionate professionals who understand their patients and local communities. For original owners, it offers peace of mind – knowing their legacy continues through dedicated successors supported by a strong network.
Growth in new locations
Eyecare Plus has also played an important role in helping early career professionals take the leap into business ownership through greenfield locations. The group provides strategic advice, marketing support, and access to purchasing networks, helping new practices establish a strong foundation for sustainable growth.
Over the past five years, Eyecare Plus has supported several new practice openings, reflecting rising interest from younger professionals seeking independence. Among the newest unbranded practice is Glassique Studio, opened in Eastgardens, Sydney, by early career optometrist Ms Ran Lin in September 2025. Ran says joining Eyecare Plus has given her the collaboration and support of like-minded business owners – something she says is invaluable in today’s competitive optical space.
Independence with national support
Eyecare Plus says one of the enduring appeals of its membership model is the ability to retain a local identity. Members can choose to co-brand with Eyecare Plus or remain unbranded, maintaining their unique community connection while benefiting from the trust and recognition of a national network.
As Eyecare Plus celebrates 25 years, its commitment to independence, collaboration, and growth remains stronger than ever. According to the organisation, it continues to prove that when like-minded professionals unite, independents can not only remain competitive – they can thrive.
