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
Tanya Ringuet
2 days ago

Lovely staff, no waiting, they were running to time, which was fantastic.

Jennifer Paton
1 week ago

Susan Bellamy
2 weeks ago

Melissa Garcie
3 weeks ago

Katrina Roach
3 weeks ago

Scot Star
1 month ago

Great staff, great experience ????

Christine Cole
1 month ago

Despite having trouble achieving lenses that work for me, the Launceston team have been patient and ... See more

Michelle Carey
1 month ago

Really appreciated the in depth consultation on my eye test. Both the optometrist and the lovely fro... See more

Sharee Reynolds
1 month ago

The eye examination was thorough and I felt listened to. I had a clear idea what I wanted (not multi... See more

kim Chappell
1 month ago

Staff were helpful. No pushy sales pitch, very informative. Optometrist was friendly and very thouro... See more

Lynda Wardell
1 month ago

Very happy with service from the Oscar Wylee Clinic. Appointment on time and professional and kind ... See more

Donna Dickinson
2 months ago

krishna poudel
3 months ago

Great location, good service and good staff members ????

Lesley Tyrrell
3 months ago

Professional, thorough, friendly, supportive and overall 10/10 experience. A nice selection of g... See more

Lucy Tas
3 months ago

Very thorough and a great range of well priced but fashionable frames

E Ladan
3 months ago

The ophthalmologist is very thorough and has a very kind manner

jenny
3 months ago

got me prescription thanks dawg ????????

Caitlin Griffin
3 months ago

Fantastic service by friendly staff and a huge range of frames! Highly recommended

karen wann
3 months ago

Launceston Oscar Wylie staff were welcoming and very efficient. The eye test went well, all steps we... See more

Gayle Pollock
3 months ago

Very Friendly Service and very professional

Happison Muchanyangi
3 months ago

b allen
4 months ago

Very good

RAM KUMAR SHRESTHA
4 months ago

Friendly Staffs!!! Highly recommended.

charlotte pyka
4 months ago

Lovely staff and great experience

Mark Mills
5 months ago

A great experience..friendly staff make you feel welcome and happy to assist you...thank you ???? S... See more

Annette Richardson
5 months ago

Absolutely brilliant was best eye exam ever was great to leave knowing all was good

lian lade
5 months ago

I absolutely loved my experience at Oscar Wiley from my eye test to picking out my frames. My optome... See more

Jan Dewey Ritual
6 months ago

Manda Wilson
6 months ago

Excellent service. Efficient, knowledgable and no pressure to buy. Given time and space to choose my... See more

trudy dekkers
6 months ago

Omg I loved the service here, I have been going to specsavers for years, but due to not being happy ... See more

Linden Kan
6 months ago

Friendly service. Great, thorough optometrist!

Grace Beutel
6 months ago

Abbey Daveney
6 months ago

Great service and a fantastic range of frames.

Ronald Bessell
6 months ago

Staff and optometrist were warm and welcoming and very efficient. The optometrist explained at all s... See more

Jayde Mcdonald
7 months ago

Best place out highly recommend

Michelle Riethoff
7 months ago

Milanah Sokolski
7 months ago

Eleaza M
7 months ago

After hesitating to get my eyes checked again after two years after a bad experience at Specsavers, ... See more

Meenu Sharma
7 months ago

Yoummna Andary
7 months ago

My eye examinations were professional and thorough. Thank you.

Kathy
7 months ago

I was able to get an appointment very quickly, found the staff very courteous, efficient, helpful an... See more

Anneke Tame
8 months ago

I have just completed a comprehensive eye test at O.W. Choose a new frame and in two weeks time, my ... See more

Kayla S
8 months ago

I had a wonderful experience overall. Excellent, warm and welcoming service form the ladies who did ... See more

beata vaman
8 months ago

Penny Beutel
8 months ago

Deep Singh
8 months ago

Emily Rigg
8 months ago

I found the team friendly, helpful and non judgemental. The Optometrist was kind and understanding. ... See more

Hayley Richardson
8 months ago

Kelsey Sioux
9 months ago

Zen Allie
9 months ago

Really professional and helpful

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
  • Optometrist
    B.Sc.M.A.B.Sc MCOpt
  • 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.