Beyond Hearing

27/03/2026

Technology: OMEGA AI from Starkey #

Starkey Introducing Omega AI—the world's first hearing aid with a DNN-powered directionality system, DNN 360. It's designed to come closer to restoring the normal sense of hearing than any technology before it.

It is more than a Hearing Device. Watch the video below, and if you want to learn more or try it by yourself, please contact us.


Try yourself

23/03/2026

🎓✨ Finally… Officially a Master of Science in Clinical Audiology! ✨🙌🏻👂🏼🦻

I’m so proud to share something that has been a long time in the making. This journey took longer than planned and came with a lot of effort, late nights of study, clinical hours, financial challenges, and yes… a few tears along the way.

But it was also the catalyst that gave me the courage to open Beyond Hearing and to be here today, serving my community in a way that truly aligns with my values: putting people, care, and connection first.

I’m incredibly grateful for all the support, patience, encouragement, motivation, and for those who simply took the time to listen when I needed it most 👂🏼💚

This milestone isn’t just about a qualification, it’s about continuing to provide thoughtful, independent, evidence based and personalised hearing care to every person who walks through my doors.

Thank you for being part of this journey. 💛💚
Here’s to what’s ahead and to helping more people hear, connect, and live well. 👂✨

12/02/2026

☀️Beyond Hearing Summer Newsletter 😎

Hello everyone,

Late summer greetings to you all ☀️

We’re pleased to share our latest newsletter, reflecting a period of significant clinical activity across our practice and within our local community.

Click the link below to watch a short video overview, or browse the individual pages in the Comments below at your own pace.

We hope you enjoy the update, and feel free to share and send us your feedback.

Warm regards,
Paula Cunha ✨👂

11/01/2026

Improving Communication for Adults (aged 50+) with Reduced Hearing:
Contribute to Hearing Health Research and Make a Difference for You and Your Community! 🤩

07/01/2026

* Ear wax microsuction * 👂
Does your ear feel blocked?
Do you notice water getting trapped after swimming or showering?

It could be cerumen (earwax) buildup, a common, easily treatable issue.
Our microsuction earwax removal is safe, gentle, and effective, with immediate results.
Sparkling ears ✨👂

Watch the video to learn more, or book an appointment with our team.

03/01/2026

Older adults are finding success with hearing aids: 86% report better communication and most wear them more than 12 hours a day. OTC devices made up just 10% of purchases, yet satisfaction was strong across all users. Improved attention and reduced listening fatigue were common benefits, even though background noise remains a challenge.

https://ow.ly/mOf150XKpja

16/12/2025

Hearing challenges don’t just affect hearing—they impact the dynamics of communication and everyday interactions for both parties: you and your communication partner.

The good news? There are many strategies that can help. Hearing devices are one tool — learning to advocate for yourself is another, and both matter.

Support, understanding, and the right tools can make a real difference.

You deserve to stay connected to what matters most. 💛💚

This article from The Hearing Journal discusses the topic and offers the writer's perspective as a hearing device user. The article argues that hearing care must shift away from concealment-driven marketing toward empowerment, informed choice, and holistic support. Visibility should be determined by the wearer, not by societal discomfort. Normalising hearing aids, in all their forms, is essential to improving uptake, outcomes, and quality of life for people with hearing loss.

Hope you enjoy as I did.

https://t.co/AX071QPtsU

https://journals.lww.com/thehearingjournal/fulltext/2025/12000/hearing_aids_aren_t_invisible_and_they_shouldn_t.2.aspx?context=featuredarticles&collectionid=2&utm_post_ID=a462f3fb-9574-408b-986d-278b09034020&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=hearingjournal

Scherbichler, Carmen BA. Hearing Aids Aren’t Invisible, and They Shouldn’t Be. The Hearing Journal 78(12):p 4-6, December 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/01.HJ.0001175640.21896.da

Hearing challenges don’t just affect hearing—they impact the dynamics of communication and everyday interactions for both parties: you and your communication partner.The good news? There are many strategies that can help. Hearing devices are one tool — learning to advocate for yourself is anot...

11/12/2025

2025 brought growth, learning, and so much to be grateful for. Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey—our clients, suppliers, collaborators, and affiliates.

2026 is already shaping up to be an exciting year, with much to look forward to.

We are fully booked for the rest of 2025.
Next appointments are available from 5 January 2026.

Our clinic will be closed from 20 December to 2 January 2026.

Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday Season.

Love,
Beyond Hearing

02/12/2025

Microsuction = Clean ears ✨👂

25/11/2025

14/11/2025

💛 Learning & Connection in Perth!

I’ve just participated in the ACAud CPD Day in Perth, and what an inspiring event it was! These days always remind me how much passion and innovation there is in our audiology community — and how important it is to keep learning together.

We kicked off with the ACAud Member Forum led by our newly elected Board Chair, Kyle Dicieri, followed by a full day of diverse and thought-provoking sessions, including:

🔊 Understanding & Optimising Noise Reduction Technologies – with Lisa McBride (GN Hearing)
🧠 Hearing Loss and the Ageing Journey: Why Cognitive, Mental & Social Health Matter – with Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Dona M. P. Jayakody, PhD
👂 Natus Sensory Service & New Technology – exciting updates in diagnostic tools
🌿 Clayteisha’s Story – shared by Dr Julie Owen, Aboriginal Education, Health & Cultural Advisor
💡 HearChoice: A Digital Decision Tool for Better, Faster Outcomes – with A/Prof Melanie Ferguson & Audiologist Kathryn Penno

…and so much more throughout the day.

What I enjoyed most (as always!) was the chance to network, share experiences, and (re)connect with colleagues from across the country. These conversations are just as valuable as the lectures — they keep us grounded, inspired, and reminded that we’re all working toward the same goal: better hearing care for our communities.

Feeling grateful, and already looking forward to the next one! 👂✨💚