Eyes-R-Us is a locally owned and operated, independent optometrist located at North Mackay Central, 25-29 Evans Avenue. North Mackay QLD 4740 North Mackay.
Eyes R Us offers you friendly, complete, professional optometric eye care. We are an established optometry practice, opened in 1997 at Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and now located at North Mackay Central, 25-29 Evans Avenue. Staffed by optometrists, Dr Brad Kirkwood and Dr Natasha (Tash) with an experienced team of optical dispensers, we pride ourselves in working with you to ensure you have high quality eye care. With a combined experience of over 30 years in eye care, Brad and his team will help you select eyewear that suits your eyes and lifestyle, with the latest fashions and lens technology. Your local optometrist is Dr. Brad Kirkwood. Brad has over 15 years’ experience in ophthalmic care and brings a diverse knowledge and clinical expertise to his optometric practice. He has a Bachelor of Nursing from Central Queensland University and a Certificate in Ophthalmic Nursing from the Sydney Eye Hospital. He has achieved a Master of Arts Degree in Practitioner Development (Ophthalmic Practice Route) from Manchester Metropolitan University, England. He has worked as an Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner at the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, England and Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, pioneering the role for Australia. He was awarded a Foundation Fellowship from Australia College of Nurse Practitioners for his contribution to establish and evolve the role of a nurse practitioner in Australia. He was also awarded the prestigious Edna Ashy Award in recognition of the contribution made to expand Ophthalmic nursing knowledge and literature from the American Society of Ophthalmic Nurses in 2011. He attained a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree (Optometry) (Honours) and Graduate Certificate in Ocular Therapeutics from Queensland University of Technology. He was a lecturer at Flinders University Optometry and Vision Science academic team establishing the new optometry course. He purchased Eyes R Us in 2012. He has many peer-reviewed journal publications in ophthalmic nursing, ophthalmology, optometry, medical journals and a chapter on cornea in the ophthalmic care textbook. He has a special interest in clinical skills, ocular anatomy, ocular diseases and ocular therapeutics. He is a member of the Optometry Association and Australian College of Optometry.
28/10/2025
Protect Your Eyes This Summer with Rodenstock Sunwear Lenses!🕶️☀️
Introducing Rodenstock Sunwear Lenses - These innovative and stylish frames are designed with the same biometric technology used in their prescription lenses, making them optically engineered for clarity, comfort, and long-lasting UV protection.
What makes Rodenstock Sunwear Lenses standout ?
1️⃣Lambda Tinting Technology
Rodenstock’s advanced Lambda Tinting Technology ensures:
- Consistent colour accuracy across every lens
- Optimised optical performance
- Enhanced contrast and depth perception.
2️⃣Polarised and ColorMatic® Lenses
Superior glare reduction and light-adaptive comfort with Rodenstock’s Polarised and ColorMatic® lens options.
3️⃣Craftsmanship with Precision Fitting
Each pair is carefully fitted by an expert and experienced team, ensuring precision, comfort, and quality.
We offer a wide range of these premium-grade sunglasses at EyesRUs. Contact our friendly team online or in-store to learn more about our Rodenstock Sunwear range today! ☀️😎
Just like your skin, your eyes can also be damaged by the sun’s UV rays. Prolonged exposure can increase the risk of eye conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and corneal damage over time.
Whether it’s sunny or overcast, UV protection is essential year-round. Wearing quality sunglasses helps to keep your eyes healthy by shielding them from harmful rays, reducing glare, and keeping your vision clear and comfortable.
👁️ Tip: Sunglasses that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays offer the greatest protection for your eyes.
If you wear glasses, prescription sunglasses are a great way to stay protected without compromising on clarity. 👓
We offer a wide range of stylish, comfortable, and high-quality sunglasses - both prescription and non-prescription - to help you see clearly and stay protected outdoors.
Contact our team for more information about our range of sunglasses and prescription options! 😃
Today we join the global celebration of World Sight Day - a day to recognise the importance of protecting one of our most precious senses: our vision.
💡 Did you know? Up to 90% of vision loss is preventable or treatable with early detection and proper eye care.
Small habits like taking regular screen breaks, wearing the right eyewear, and maintaining routine eye exams can make a big difference.
Let’s take a moment today to appreciate our vision and make eye health a priority.✨🕶️
Are your eyes itchy, watery, and red? With spring in full swing, you may be experiencing eye allergies - also known as allergic conjunctivitis. This happens when your eyes react to allergens such as pollen, dust, pet dander, or mold. 🌸🐾
What causes eye allergies?
When allergens enter the eye, the immune system overreacts by releasing histamine, leading to inflammation and irritation.
Common symptoms include:
Itchy, red, or burning eyes
Watery or teary eyes
Puffy eyelids
Photophobia (sensitivity to light)
Symptom relief tips:
Avoid rubbing your eyes (it can exacerbate symptoms)
Use lubricating/artificial tears to flush out allergens
Apply a cool compress
Consider antihistamines or prescription eye drops (in consultation with your optometrist)
Keep windows closed on high pollen days
Wear sunglasses or glasses to create a physical barrier between the environment and your eyes, limiting the amount of allergens your eyes are exposed to.
📆 While eye allergies are very common, if symptoms are persistent or more severe, it’s important to book an eye examination to rule out other potential causes.
Eyes R Us is looking for an Optical Dispenser / Assistant to join our amazing team! ✨
The position involves high-quality customer service with administrative and reception duties, as well as dispensing and servicing of quality spectacle frames, lenses, and sunglasses.
Hours are negotiable depending on the applicants availability - i.e., full-time, part-time, or casual.
We provide on-the-job training!
What we’re looking for:
- Great communication skills
- A vibrant, reliable personality
- Professional presentation
- Admin or optical experience (an advantage, but not essential).
If this sounds like you, send your resume & expression of interest to admin@eyesrus.com.au
19/08/2025
Give Dad the gift of PolarizedPlus2® Sunglasses this Father’s Day! 💙🕶️
He may say he has everything he needs - but for everything he does, he deserves protected, enhanced views in a practical gift he’ll enjoy every day.
16/08/2025
👁️💡EYE EDUCATION💡👁️
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve - the part of the eye that carries visual information to the brain. Over time, this damage can lead to vision loss and even blindness if untreated.
What causes Glaucoma?
In many cases, glaucoma is linked to high pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure). This happens when fluid in the eye doesn’t drain properly, creating a buildup that gradually damages the optic nerve.
However, glaucoma can also occur with normal eye pressure, depending on individual risk factors.
Risk factors for Glaucoma:
- Adults over 40 (risk increases with age)
- People with a family history of glaucoma
- Those with diabetes, high blood pressure, or other health issues
- Individuals with thin corneas or high eye pressure
Treatment and Management 🩺👀:
While there is no cure for glaucoma, early detection and management can successfully slow the condition’s progression and prevent further vision loss.
Treatment may include:
- Prescription eye drops to lower pressure
- Laser therapy
- Surgery (for advanced cases)
Early detection of glaucoma is key for preserving vision, make regular eye examinations essential for protecting long-term vision!
Protect your eyes from workplace injury and hazards with safety glasses.👷🛠️🩺
Safety glasses are an essential part of personal protective equipment (PPE) across a wide range of industries - from construction and manufacturing to laboratories and healthcare. They’re designed to shield the eyes from workplace hazards such as debris, dust, chemicals and sharp objects.
Benefits of safety glasses include:
- Protection against eye injuries, high velocity impact and long-term damage.
- Clear vision with anti-fog and scratch-resistant coatings.
- Comfortable, secure fit for all-day wear.
- Compliance with safety standards and workplace regulations.
- Available in both prescription and non-prescription options.
For those who wear corrective lenses, prescription safety glasses offer the best of both worlds. They provide the certified protection required for hazardous work environments while delivering the clear, accurate vision of your everyday prescription.
Never compromise on safety or sight with prescription safety glasses!
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Mackay Optometrist, Eyes R Us is a locally owned, independent optometry practice that offers you friendly, complete, professional optometric eye care. We are an established optometry practice, first opening in 1997 and now located at North Mackay Central, Mackay. Staffed by optometrists, Dr Brad Kirkwood and Dr Angela Bonehill with an experienced team of optical dispensers. We pride ourselves in working with you to ensure you have high quality eye care. With a combined experience of over 30 years in eye care, Brad and his team will help you select eyewear that suits your eyes and lifestyle, with the latest fashion and lens technology.
Eye Examinations for All Ages
Eyes R Us offers comprehensive eye examinations for all ages. Eye examinations are bulk billed to Medicare. We are also a provider for Veteran Affairs cardholders. Latest technology including digital retinal photography is included in the eye examination. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging is available to evaluate retinal disease and optic nerve disorders. An assessment of vision and visual tasks will be performed. The health of your eyes will be thoroughly examined to check for any current or future risk of eye conditions or diseases. Computerised visual field analysis and colour vision assessment is also available. Sore, red eyes are able to be treated as Brad is an ophthalmic medicines prescriber.
The Best for You
At Eyes R Us Optometrists, our experience, professional eye care and access to the latest spectacle lenses and fashion frames ensure we will help you with all aspects of your eye and vision needs. Being an independent Mackay-based Optometrist, we are able to offer patients access to a wide range of spectacle frame manufacturers, the highest quality spectacle lenses, the latest fashion sunglasses and contact lenses. This ensures that the products and optical solutions we offer are the best available for you. Instant health fund claims are available. We also offer an outstanding warranty, back-up service, frame adjustment and repairs to all of our patients.
Wide range of Spectacle Frames and Sunglasses
Eyes R Us stock a great range of the latest designer fashion frames and sunglasses, from many leading eyewear brands such as Tiffany & Co, Bvlgari, Coco Song, Vera Wang, Maui Jim, Ray Ban, Versace, D&G, Vogue, Prada, Emporio Armani, Givenchy, Nike and Oakley.
