Read on 2026–27 Federal Budget: what it means for optometry

2026–27 Federal Budget: what it means for optometry

Earlier this year, Optometry Australia submitted its 2026–27 Federal Budget Submission to the Australian Government, outlining a series of practical, evidence-based reforms aimed at improving access to eye care and better utilising the skills and expertise of Australia’s optometry workforce. While the Budget did not include direct funding commitments relating to Optometry Australia’s proposals, several measures are relevant to the profession and broader eye care sector.

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Read on E-referrals in optometry: Improving referral visibility, efficiency and patient care

E-referrals in optometry: Improving referral visibility, efficiency and patient care

Secure e-referral systems are helping optometrists replace fax, post and email with more reliable and traceable communication with ophthalmologists, GPs, hospitals and other specialists. A pivotal example is underway in Tasmania, where Primary Health Tasmania and the Tasmanian Department of Health are leading the rollout of eReferrals in optometry.

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Read on Optometry Australia members vote yes to one national future for the profession

Optometry Australia members vote yes to one national future for the profession

The proposal was endorsed nationwide, with 97% of voting members in Optometry Victoria South Australia, 86% in Optometry New South Wales/Australian Capital Territory, 95% in Optometry Queensland Northern Territory, 81% in Optometry Western Australia, and 100% in Optometry Tasmania, voting in favour of unification.

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Read on Australia eliminates trachoma as a public health problem

Australia eliminates trachoma as a public health problem

The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed that Australia has become the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem. This is a significant milestone for the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and communities across the nation, and a vital step in preventing avoidable vision loss.

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