Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Optometrists in Ballina
Established in 1979, Ballina Optometry has been delivering comprehensive eyecare services to the Ballina community for over four decades. As an independent practice, we prioritise unbiased professional advice tailored to individual needs, offering a wide range of services including comprehensive eye exams, children's vision assessments, contact lens fittings, and premium optical dispensing. Our team, led by experienced optometrist Nicola Sawyer, utilises modern technology to ensure accurate diagnoses and personalised care.We maintain strong community ties through local sponsorships and membership in the Ballina Chamber of Commerce, while our commitment to quality extends to free lifetime adjustments for all spectacles. With a focus on both ocular health and visual performance, we serve patients of all ages, from preschoolers to seniors, and provide ongoing education about eye health and vision correction options.
Services
Eye Exams
Children's Vision
Contact Lenses
Frame Selection
Optical Dispensing
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of continuous service to the Ballina community
- Our independent practice offers unbiased professional eyecare advice
- We provide free lifetime adjustments and minor servicing for spectacles
- Our team includes specialists in children's vision care
- We maintain active involvement in local community organisations
What people say
Friendly service
Great advice
Thorough examinations
Expert children's vision care
Services
Eye Exam
Our comprehensive eye exams utilise modern technology to assess both vision quality and ocular health. The 30-45 minute consultation includes detailed vision testing, eye pressure measurement, and assessment of lifestyle vision needs. No referral is required, and we accept Medicare claims for eligible patients.
Children's Vision
Specialised vision assessments for children from age 3-4 years identify potential vision problems affecting learning and development. Our exams detect common issues like myopia, hyperopia, and binocular vision disorders. Early intervention programs help prevent permanent vision impairment through age-appropriate testing methods.
Contact Lenses
Complete contact lens service including trial fittings, prescription determination, and ongoing maintenance. We offer specialised soft lenses for myopia control in children. Our independent practice provides access to products from all major manufacturers, with annual reviews ensuring continued eye health.
Frame Selection
Premium frame selection from leading brands including Rodenstock, OGI, and Seiko. Our qualified optical dispensers assist with frame selection balancing style, durability, and prescription requirements. In-house lab provides repair and adjustment services for all purchased eyewear.
Optical Dispensing
Full optical dispensing services including lens fitting, frame adjustments, and spectacle repairs. Our qualified staff ensure proper alignment and comfort for all prescriptions. We offer lifetime maintenance for purchased eyewear and maintain quality control across all optical products.
People
Nicola Sawyer
Optometrist
B.App.Sc.OPTOM.(Hons) Q.U.T. Advanced Certificate in Children's Vision. Professional interests in family eye health, paediatrics, and ocular disease. Active community participant in vision screening programs and local charity initiatives.
Questions
What services does Ballina Optometry offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, children's vision assessments, contact lens fittings, and premium optical dispensing services with over 40 years of local experience.
Do I need a referral to visit?
No referral is required for our optometric services. Simply book an appointment for any eyecare needs.
What makes Ballina Optometry different?
As Ballina's first independent optometry practice, we combine local knowledge with unbiased advice, offering lifetime spectacle maintenance and specialist children's vision care.
How often should children have eye exams?
We recommend initial exams at 3-4 years old, before school commencement, with regular follow-ups to monitor vision development and learning readiness.