
NZAO scholarships advancing eye health research
NZAO scholarships support PhD research by Sachi Rathod (school vision screening, photoscreeners), Jordan Cooper (MGD, blinking

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A Senior reporter at NZ Optics. With nearly 10 years at NZ Optics, Susanne has gained an in-depth knowledge and understanding of eye health and the optics industry in New Zealand.
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Eye Institute hosted a reception to celebrate Professor Dame Helen Danesh-Meyer's damehood

New Zealand centres are participating in a global phase 3 trial evaluating a drug-eluting intraocular lens system designed to lower intraocular pressure for

The Association of Dispensing Opticians of New Zealand (ADONZ) has withdrawn its support for the Australasian College of Optical Dispensing’s (ACOD) Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing, saying it wan…

An Eye Institute seminar covered interpreting OCT for intraocular tumours and macular disease, photobiomodulation for dry AMD, pterygium management, retinal haemorrh

University of Auckland researchers are studying refractive error in NZ seven- and 12-year-olds to quantify eyecare gaps and assess school screening effectiveness. Data collection for

Vision Bus Aotearoa (VBA) secured renewed funding from the Buchanan Charitable Foundation, enabling continued mobile eyecare service delivery to underserved

A University of Auckland analysis suggests allocating 1.2% of Aotearoa’s health budget to community eyecare could fund 2.

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora has released a National Diabetes Roadmap to improve care, strengthen prevention and support better health outcomes for New Zealanders living with diabetes.

Coinciding with leaves changing colour in the beautiful grounds of Remuera Golf Club, Eye Doctors’ first Grand Round is a trusted autumn calling card. While guests enjoyed a delicious dinner, practice

Susanne Bradley talks to Dr Sarah Welch, co-lead of Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora’s Eye Health National Clinical Network about what motivates her and her views on access to eye health in New Zealand.

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology (RANZCO) NZ Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 is offering an exciting scientific programme featuring local and international experts in their