Darling Downs Audiology

20/02/2026

Saturday morning cricket isn't too bad!!

Going to Crows Nest is one of my favourite drives ☕️

20/02/2026

Decisions decisions...

17/02/2026

Currently working out how I can get back out to regional communities...I miss the intrinsic satisfaction I gain by helping with their hearing WITHOUT the need for them to come all the way into Toowoomba!

Big shout out to those who have come to visit my home clinic whilst they've been in town (or driving through!).

And in the unfortunate event that you happen to be sick in Toowoomba for health reasons, I've even visited patients in hospital to get their hearing aids working again (or earwax removed 😉) so they can HEAR what their doctors are telling them!

15/02/2026

For anyone who may have missed Valentine's day 😜💕

This Valentine’s Day, love is not just about being together.
It is about hearing the laughter, the stories, and the little words that matter most.

Because staying close means staying connected.
Wishing you a Valentine’s Day filled with moments worth hearing.

15/02/2026

If you have ANY concerns about your child's hearing, this free hearing screen is provided by Darling Downs Health, at the Base or the Family Health Service on Ruthven St near Lifeline.

No medical referral required, see info below.

The Community Hearing Screening Program is available for children aged 9 months to 16 years.

This service provides free hearing screening. If any issues are identified at the screening appointment, the child has access to a free audiology assessment.

Hearing screening occurs at Toowoomba Hospital or at the Child, Youth and Family Health Service on Ruthven Street.

Access to the service is easy! A medical referral isn’t required. Families can use the following link to request an appointment: https://loom.ly/1sE12PA

30/07/2025

📣 We're partnering with UQ on an exciting new research study – and YOU could be part of it! 🧠👂

Darling Downs Audiology is proud to support the ACE 2.0 program – a redesigned, evidence-based group program developed by the University of Queensland to help adults with hearing loss (and their families) improve communication and confidence in everyday life.

👥 What’s involved?
Join a small group (maximum 12) program that combines practical communication strategies with social wellbeing support over 4 sessions. It’s relaxed, supportive, and backed by leading hearing research.

🎁 We're partnering with UQ to offer this program at no cost for a limited time - usually $25 per session. Everyone who completes the questionnaires from UQ receives a $25 gift card as a thank you!

📅 Join us for 4 weeks of sessions starting 9am Monday 12 August at Highfields Library (Red Ash Meeting Room) - morning tea included! ☕🍪

Get in quick! Bookings essential:📞4600 0043 or email admin@DarlingDownsAudiology.com.au

Let’s work together to improve communication and connection. 💛

www.DarlingDownsAudiology.com.au

29/07/2025

🎤Friday night I was invited to speak on a panel with a variety of healthcare workers to encourage uni students to experience the unique career and lifestyle opportunities to be found beyond the big cities.

👩‍🎓I absolutely loved chatting with uni students - still so eager and full of enthusiasm!

🙏Everyone on the panel agreed, the best thing about going rural is the overwhelming gratitude we get.

🦷A young dentist summed things up nicely, "Life is one big adventure, make your career one too".

27/07/2025

Well said by Dr Cliff — a great explanation on how to decide which level of hearing aids is right for you!!

21/07/2025

Exciting news! 🎉

I’ve been invited to be a guest panelist for a Careers in Rural Health event this Friday night at The Mix Bar in Brisbane!

I’ll be chatting with uni students about what it’s like working in rural health, sharing my journey, and hopefully inspiring the next wave of passionate healthcare professionals to consider taking their skills to the bush 🌾👩‍⚕️👂

It’s such an honour to represent rural health—and I’m thrilled to help shine a light on the rewarding (and sometimes unexpected!) paths it can offer.

See you there if you're coming along! 💬🍹

19/07/2025

👂✨We’re at Highfields Twilight Markets✨👂

Swing by the Darling Downs Audiology stall to check out two essentials for ear health:

🧼 CleanEars – the gentle, fuss-free spray to help clear earwax.
💧 DryEars – your must-have to prevent swimmer’s ear!

PLUS… ever wondered what’s actually going on inside your ears?

🔬 Come have a look with our brand-new video otoscope – you can see inside your ear canals on screen to check for wax buildup (and it’s oddly fascinating 😄).

Perfect for swimmers, parents, or the curious ear explorer – come say hi and take a peek inside!

📍 Find us at the Highfields Cultural Centre
🕕 From 3pm to 8pm
🎉 See you there!

19/07/2025

Such a lovely walk along the Balonne River in St George!!

17/07/2025

Stopped off at the Bra Bar at Westmar heading back home to Toowoomba 😄

(And had a good chat to a young Yorkshire lady, showed her some photos of the last time I was in York a couple of years ago - you never know who you're going to meet as you travel around Australia!)