Optometrist Launceston

Shop 1, 82 Brisbane Street
Launceston TAS 7250

  • Opposite Shaver Shop

Opening hours

Monday8:30am - 3:00pm

Tuesday8:30am - 5:00pm

Wednesday8:30am - 5:00pm

Thursday8:30am - 5:00pm

Friday8:30am - 5:00pm

Saturday8:30am - 3:00pm

SundayClosed

*Store hours reflect local standard trading hours and exclude public holidays

Visit our Launceston Google Business page for directions, reviews, and updates.

Our Reviews
Lem Steyn
12 hours ago

Very friendly staff, i was 4 minutes late due to no parking availability but they were supportive.

Penny Mitchell
1 day ago

Always have encountered a good experience here. A great range of styles to suit anyone's face.

susan bluerobot
1 day ago

Reagan
2 weeks ago

It was the only client, and that was great for great customer service- I felt special .

Helen Fitch
3 weeks ago

Very professional, excellent optometrist and staff.

Rachel MacLeod
1 month ago

Staff very friendly and helpful, I felt well supported and was given plenty of time to choose glasse... See more

Faiza Farhin
2 months ago

Happy with the service and purchase.

Ana Kaloubulibulivakarua
2 months ago

Carmel Parker
3 months ago

ben mcleod
3 months ago

The young lady at the counter was lovely, and her service was excellent. I enjoyed my experience wit... See more

Sarah Tilbury
3 months ago

Reupen and his team were extremely thorough, supportive and helpful. I couldn't fault them.

Andy
5 months ago

Fantastic service. I highly recommend, thanks guys ????

Carol Wheatley
5 months ago

very good

John Gair
6 months ago

Prompt, quick and thorough. Excellent customer service, during and post appointment.

Dinesh Indika
6 months ago

Gayle Oneill
6 months ago

Great experience. Friendly staff and I felt like the optometrist wanted to understand when and how I... See more

Margaret Bigelow
6 months ago

Saw the optometrist ( Garrett) for an eye issue that recently developed and he was great. Really tho... See more

Arnaldo Avenia
6 months ago

The Optometrist was very efficient and experienced, explained the relevance of the various tests. Su... See more

Beata Pieczywek
6 months ago

Very kind, professional Staff. Appointment was on time, actually earlier and did not have to wait at... See more

MIRANDA SCOTT
6 months ago

Christine Burton
6 months ago

Excellent service and great eye ✔ check

Narelle Lawrence
7 months ago

The optometrist was fantastic and the staff were very helpful

Louise Middleton
7 months ago

Excellent service all round.

liz Williams
7 months ago

All the staff were amazing .The optometrist explained everything so well and he was very thorough a... See more

Kris North
7 months ago

Great staff, very friendly, very professional and very thorough. Highly recommend

Dominique Pennell
7 months ago

Karen Chilcott
7 months ago

I absolutely love going to the Launceston store. Always so friendly

Shonnay Smith
7 months ago

The girls at reception were very nice and helpful! The optometrist was very friendly and had me sort... See more

Lynn Winkler
8 months ago

On a Saturday morning, when on holiday, I was experiencing problems with my eyes, and went into Osca... See more

Jono Bishop
8 months ago

Fantastic. Great service and really thorough!

Lorraine Trenouth
8 months ago

Friendly & helpful staff, good choice of frames & options.

Lydia McCabe
9 months ago

Great experience - very thorough and seamless eye testing

lim jin wanng
9 months ago

Best experience with the staff and how they help guide through the entire process. I dare say 1000% ... See more

Kate Stokes
9 months ago

All the staff are great and the choice of frames is excellent. Actual write test is well explained a... See more

John Walton
9 months ago

Very efficient and friendly service

Xuan Hiep Le
9 months ago

Excellence service.

Jaymi Milic
10 months ago

Very nice people who went out of their way to make me feel comfortable with the eye test process. W... See more

Rich Wankmuller
10 months ago

Excellent experience - Oscar Wyler in Launceston were very professional and thorough and took the ti... See more

Paul Chadwick
10 months ago

Leslie Bayley
10 months ago

I had my routine eye test yesterday and cannot praise the optometrist and his team enough for their ... See more

Mitra Zareai
10 months ago

Tessa Atkinson
10 months ago

I had not felt comfortable going to optometrist and felt nervous. This optometrist made me feel real... See more

Merrin BELLAL
10 months ago

(Translated by Google) Smiling and very pleasant staff These are loves A big thank you again to them... See more

PBSK BS
11 months ago

It was great to get my toddler daughter tested at Oscar Wylee Launceston for esotropia.The Optometri... See more

Jeanette Buzolic
11 months ago

The moment I arrived I was greeted with smiles from assistants Alex and Ashley. Geraint the Optometr... See more

Taylor Smith
1 year ago

Warm, Friendly, Helpful and Professional all 3 times I've been.

John Le
1 year ago

Hi, i’m Timothy or Tung Anh. In my opinion this optometrist was really good. The staffs were kind an... See more

Assaph Mehr
1 year ago

Great service, modern technology and a good range of options :)

Jenni Nibbs
1 year ago

Fantastic staff ????

Therese Retterer
1 year ago

Really great service, lovely help and feedback when choosing new frames looking forward to getting t... See more

Find an Optometrist in Launceston With Oscar Wylee

Discover our Oscar Wylee store in Launceston, in the heart of the CBD, opposite the Shaver Shop and Quadrant Mall. Our Launceston optometrists are ready and able to offer a Medicare bulk billed eye test to all valid cardholders. Our friendly and capable staff at Oscar Wylee Launceston are on-hand to help you browse through a wide and versatile range of frames, sunglasses, add-ons and other accessories. Launceston is close to the Cornwall Square bus stop and the bus interchange near Kingsway. You can find good parking spaces around the area, such as Quadrant Plaza or Paterson Street.

After you’ve finished browsing our wide range of on-trend and classic frames, you can explore Launceston Mall, a go-to hub for shopping, food and relaxation. Launceston has a large array of cafes offering some of the finest food in the North. Visit an Oscar Wylee near you at Launceston, we can't wait to see you in our store.
Meet Our Team
  • Store Manager
    Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing
Our Services
  • Bulk Billed Eye Examinations
  • Professional Frame Styling
  • Frame Adjustments and Repairs
  • Visual Fields Testing
  • Digital Retinal Scanning

Find an Optometrist in Launceston, Tasmania for an Eye Health Test

An optometrist in Launceston can provide an eye health test which will include assessing a patient's vision and checking eye health for eye diseases. Oscar Wylee Launceston offers excellent optometry services including eye tests for a bulk billed price thanks to Australia's Medicare system. The average price range for an optometrist in Rundle Mall can vary depending on factors such as the patient's overall health. If a patient requires more advanced treatment, they can be referred to an eye doctor, known as an ophthalmologist in Australia.

If you need a new pair of glasses or prescription sunglasses, you can choose from our large selection of on-trend and vintage-inspired frames. For an eye health test, choose Oscar Wylee Launceston in Tasmania as we have dedicated optometrists and optical dispensers in-store to help with all your needs.

How to Find an Optometrist in Launceston, Tasmania?

To find an optometrist in Launceston, Tasmania, you can take certain steps that can help make it easier for you such as searching online, assessing the store's opening hours and finding the directions to your chosen location. The steps on how to find an optometrist in Launceston are listed below.

  1. Search online using the phrase, Launceston optometrist near me. This can also be done here on the website via our locations page.
  2. Click on the Oscar Wylee link, which will take you directly to our Launceston optometrist store page.
  3. See the store's opening hours and where the store is located specifically.
  4. Use the Launceston Google Business page link located under store hours to see the directions on how to get to the store.

You can also find an optometrist in Launceston, Tasmania by searching the keywords optometrist near me. If you have locations enabled on your smartphone and you're in the Launceston area, our Oscar Wylee Launceston store page should appear easily for you to click on.

Is it Hard to Get an Eye Appointment in Launceston, Tasmania?

No, it is not hard to get an eye appointment in Launceston. You can easily book an appointment to see an Oscar Wylee optometrist in Launceston right here on this page. At Oscar Wylee we have highly qualified optometrists available for bulk billed eye appointments, which can be booked online, over the phone, or in-store.

How to Compare Optometrists in Launceston to Each Other?

To compare optometrists in Launceston, you can use factors such as eye tests offered, health fund coverage, lens types and add-ons and eyewear offered. To take care of your vision and eye health, it is important to receive an eye test at least once every two years. There are different types of tests that can be performed in an eye test and not all optometrists may offer the same tests. Health funds can be used to help cover some of the cost of your frames and lenses. To find out if your health fund is accepted at a Launceston optometrist in Tasmania, visit their website. In the case of Oscar Wylee, we accept all major health funds and provide on-the-spot claims in-store. There are many different lens options available for prescription glasses such as single vision, multifocal and high index lenses. Most optometrists in Launceston will offer these lenses although it is good to make sure. There are also lens add-ons available to enhance your glasses such as anti-reflective and blue light filters. Finally, if you are looking to purchase a pair of glasses after your eye test, you can compare the different styles and colours you are interested in from the optometrists in Launceston, Tasmania. Oscar Wylee offers a wide range of frames with vintage and modern inspirations in bold colours and subtle designs.

How to Find an Eyeglasses Shop in Launceston, Tasmania?

To find a glasses store in Launceston, you can try to follow these simple steps including searching online, selecting a convenient location and looking at their health insurance policies. The steps on how to find a glasses store in Launceston, Tasmania are listed below.

  1. Search online using the phrase, glasses store in Launceston. This will provide you with various options for glasses stores in the whole Launceston, Tasmania area.
  2. Select a glasses store that is most convenient for you to travel to.
  3. Click the link to find out more information such as opening hours, exact location and directions to the glasses store in Launceston.
  4. Read their health insurance policies to ensure you know what health benefits you have access to.

Our Oscar Wylee glasses store in Launceston, Tasmania offers primary eye care services such as comprehensive eye tests as well as other services performed by an optometrist and offers prescription and non-prescription eyewear.

Is it Possible to Purchase Prescribed Sunglasses in Launceston, Tasmania, Without Seeing an Optometrist?

Yes and no, it is possible to purchase prescribed sunglasses in Launceston, Tasmania without seeing an optometrist if you already have a prescription that has not expired. If your prescription is expired, you can book an eye test to receive an updated or new prescription which will require you to see an optometrist. This will ensure your prescription sunglasses are appropriate for your visual needs.

Where is the Oscar Wylee Launceston Optometrist Located in Tasmania?

The Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist is located in the heart of the Launceston CBD, opposite the Shaver Shop. The city of Launceston is in the north of Tasmania and is the second most populous city in Tasmania.

What is the Phone Number of Oscar Wylee Launceston Optometrist Store?

The Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist store phone number is (03) 6778 5159. You can contact the Oscar Wylee Launceston store between the hours of 8:30 am and 3 pm on Mondays and 8:30 am and 5 pm from Tuesday to Saturday.

What are the Reviews for Oscar Wylee Launceston Optometrist in Tasmania?

The many reviews for Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist in Tasmania, left by our various customers can be found here on the website and online when you search for Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist. The reviews for Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist are listed below.

  • Manda Wilson: Excellent service. Efficient, knowledgeable and no pressure to buy. Given time and space to choose my frames, which I love!
  • Linden Kan: Friendly service. Great, thorough optometrist!
  • Abbey Daveny: Great service and a fantastic range of frames.
  • Ronald Bessell: Staff and optometrist were warm and welcoming and very efficient. The optometrist explained at all stages what and why he was testing and what the results meant. Very with the services provided.

What Treatments or Eye Care Processes are Done in the Oscar Wylee Launceston Optometrist Location?

The treatments or eye care processes done in the Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist Tasmania location include a tonometry test, a digital photograph, a slit lamp exam and a refraction test. Additional tests that may also be performed can include a visual field test and a dilated fundus exam. The treatments or eye-care processes that are done in the Oscar Wylee Launceston optometrist Tasmania location are listed below.

  • A Tonometry Test: An optometrist or optical dispenser will conduct a tonometry test which involves the use of a machine that will release small puffs of air into your eyes. This will assist with measuring pressure in the eye.
  • A Digital Photograph: An optometrist or optical dispenser may take a digital photograph of your eye which can be kept on record to use in future appointments to evaluate any changes to your eye.
  • Slit Lamp Test: A slit lamp test can be used to evaluate your eye health, by examining your cornea and iris which are the anterior and posterior of the eye.
  • Refraction Test: During a refraction test, an optometrist will have you view an image through different lenses and ask you to confirm which helps you see the image clearer.
  • Visual Field Test: A visual field test can assist with assessing your peripheral vision, which may be beneficial for identifying any signs of glaucoma.
  • Dilated Fundus Exam: A dilated fundus exam can help an optometrist assess your health in more detail by getting a clear view of the retina. This test is typically carried out for patients with diabetes and those who may be at risk of developing retinal damage.

How Many Optometrists Exist in Launceston, Tasmania?

There are many optometrists that exist in Launceston, Tasmania to provide eye tests and glasses, including Oscar Wylee. The number of optometrists available in an area will typically depend on the population. At Oscar Wylee Launceston, we offer excellent optometry services including eye tests performed by skilled optometrists using high-quality equipment. We also have a wide range of fashion-forward frames that customers can browse in a large selection of sizes and colours. If you're looking for an optometrist in Launceston, choose Oscar Wylee and we will take care of your optometry and eyewear needs.

What are the Other Closest Optometrist Locations to Launceston, Tasmania in Australia?

There are no other Oscar Wylee optometrist locations close to Launceston in Australia, however, we have many stores in New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria. If you are looking for an optometrist near you, you can find the locations of our many stores on our full store locations page.

In store eye test

Receive Bulk Billed Eye Tests at Launceston

We offer optometrist-led eye health tests in-store at Oscar Wylee Launceston. Our trained optometrists provide vision assessment and can check patients’ eye health for certain eye diseases and conditions. With the recommended frequency of an eye check-up and vision testing being at least once every two years, Oscar Wylee in Launceston can keep you up-to-date on your eyesight and eye health needs. Visit the team at Oscar Wylee to experience some of the best optometry services in Launceston, Australia.

Health funds accepted

Health funds accepted

Oscar Wylee in Launceston accepts all leading health funds including HCF, NIB and Bupa. Bring a valid health fund card in-store where our staff can process your claim and provide on-the-spot quotes. Our friendly experts in Oscar Wylee Launceston are on hand to help you navigate your health fund and insurance to ensure you get the best price possible for your frames and lenses.

Styling advice

Fashion-Forward Glasses at Oscar Wylee

Here at our eyeglasses shop in Launceston, Oscar Wylee offers prescription glasses and prescription sunglasses in a variety of bold and subtle designs. Customers can choose to add on anti-reflective lenses or a blue light filter to optimise their glasses. Our experts in Oscar Wylee Launceston will help you choose what’s best for you, and you’ll leave our store with a pair of stylish prescription glasses or prescription sunglasses.