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Penry Routson Optometrists

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Penry Routson Optometrists is a locally-owned full-scope independent optometry practice.

With two practice locations in Warrnambool and Camperdown, we are committed to providing exceptional eye care to people of all ages in South-West Victoria. Our services provided include: Comprehensive Eye Examinations, Contact Lens Fittings: Disposable & Specialty, Specialising in Children's Vision, Retinal Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography, Automated Perimetry, VisuReal: all encompassing measuring system that allows us to obtain every possible parameter required for the latest lens technologies. We have a full onsite laboratory so we can control and provide the best quality possible. We stock a wide range of frames consisting of exclusive quality brands, touch durable frames for children and we have low cost packages available to suit every budget.

06/04/2026

🌍💙 Today is World Health Day — a timely reminder to consider our overall health and wellbeing.

Our bodies function as connected systems, with each part influencing the next. The way we care for ourselves can directly affect how clearly and comfortably we see. 👀✨

Some health conditions that may not seem directly related to your eyes can still have a significant impact on your vision — often without obvious symptoms in the early stages, including:

• Diabetes 🍬
• High blood pressure ❤️
• High cholesterol 🫀
• Autoimmune conditions (e.g. Sjögren’s syndrome, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis) 🦠
• Thyroid conditions 🦋
• Neurological conditions 🧠
• Sleep apnoea 😴

That’s why regular health checks and routine eye examinations are an important part of maintaining not just good vision, but your overall health. 😎💫

If it’s been a while since your last eye exam, consider this your reminder to prioritise your eye health. 🙌

📅✨ Book your appointment today! 👇

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now

01/04/2026

💫🐰 Happy Easter! 🐣🌸

We’ll be taking a short break over the long weekend. Please see the updated trading hours for both our Warrnambool and Camperdown practices below:

Good Friday (03/04/2026) – CLOSED
Easter Saturday (04/04/2026) – CLOSED
Easter Sunday (05/04/2026) – CLOSED
Easter Monday (06/04/2026) – CLOSED

🕘 We will re-open as usual from 9AM on Tuesday (07/04/2026). 🤓🙌

If you’re due for an eye exam, looking for new glasses, or need to restock your contact lenses, we recommend booking ahead or giving us a call to avoid missing out.

📅 Our online booking system is always open for your convenience. 👇

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now

Wishing you and your family a safe, joyful and relaxing Easter! 💐✨

31/03/2026

This or That? 👓✨

Mix and match your style, shape, colour and finish to find your perfect frame. 💫

Are you leaning bold, minimal, refined or a standout statement?

Drop in store to explore our range — your next favourite pair of frames is waiting 🤩🙌

27/03/2026

Happy Birthday to our lab tech extraordinaire, Barry! 🥳🎈

From assembling frames and lenses to checking every pair for accuracy, he’s the mastermind behind the scenes and the reason your glasses are always just right 👌🤓

He also takes on all the tricky repairs that keep us on our toes — and somehow makes it look easy!

To celebrate Barry (and his preference for savoury over sweet), we created the ultimate... “potato cake cake” for him! 🥔🎂

Stacked with precision, care, and a lot of skill — just like he does with your glasses! 👓✨👏

Now to settle the great debate… potato cake or potato scallop? 👀

There’s only one right answer — and we all know what it is 😏

22/03/2026

✨🌏 Happy World Optometry Day! 🤓

Today is the perfect time for a reminder about where optometry fits when it comes to looking after your eyes. 👀

Optometrists are your primary eye care providers – think of us as “the GPs of the eyes”. 🤩

An eye examination with an optometrist isn’t just about glasses or contact lenses (although that’s still an extremely important part); it should also include a thorough assessment of your eye health. We help detect conditions like glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease early. 👁️

We’re also your first point of contact for any eye or vision concerns – from blurry vision to red eyes and even foreign body removal. 😎👌

Where appropriate, we can manage these conditions ourselves. If we believe something more complex is going on, we will guide you in the right direction – whether that’s an ophthalmologist, your GP or the hospital. 👩‍⚕️🏥

A common question is what’s the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist? 🤷‍♂️

While optometrists provide primary care, on the other hand ophthalmologist are medical specialists who provide tertiary care. They manage more complex conditions, perform surgery and treat more advanced eye conditions (usually via a referral).

By providing the services and care that we do, an optometrist’s role in the community helps to:

✔️ Reduce pressure on hospitals and specialists
✔️ Improve access to care – especially in regional areas
✔️ Optimise patient experience by reducing unnecessary costs and wait times
✔️ Support long-term public and community eye health

In short: we’re here to keep your vision clear and eyes healthy at every stage of life. 🫡

From the team at , we thank you for your continued support on this meaningful day; it allows us to continue doing what we are so passionate about and we hope to serve you for many more years to come! 🫶💫

🎬💡 Credits .karley for the video idea!

18/03/2026

In this post, we’re sharing 5 important things your optometrist wants you to know about glaucoma — including why knowing your family history matters and why eye pressure is only one part of the picture. 👀💫

To learn more, we’ve covered glaucoma in more detail on our latest website blog. 📚

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/blog/understanding-glaucoma-why-early-detection-matters

If it’s been a while since your last eye examination, now is a great time to book in.

📅✨ Book an appointment online:

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now

Early detection can make a significant difference. Looking after your eyes today can help protect your vision for the future. 👁️✨

15/03/2026

💫🎓 It’s Student Season! 📚👀

At Penry Routson Optometrists, we’re proud to support the next generation of optometrists. 🤓

We currently have final-year optometry students from Deakin University and The University of Melbourne completing their clinical placements at our Warrnambool practice, with appointments available over the coming weeks.

This is a great opportunity to have a comprehensive eye examination while helping future optometrists gain valuable real-world experience. 🙌

All consultations are fully supervised, and any clinical findings and management plans are reviewed and overseen by one of our qualified optometrists, so you can feel confident you’re receiving the same high standard of care. 🌟

To thank you for supporting our future optometrists and the future of our profession, we’re pleased to offer:

✨ Bulk-billed consultations
✨ Discounted rates on any imaging or scans performed

We take great pride in supporting the education and development of future optometrists while continuing to provide thorough, high-quality eye care for our community.

📅✨ Appointments are available now — drop in or give us a call to book.

☎️ 5561 2331
📍 193 Lava Street, Warrnambool VIC 3280

12/03/2026

📣‼️ Saturday hours update! ‼️💫

Going forward, our practice will be open on selected Saturdays by appointment only. 👀

Weekend appointments will still be available, however they will be limited so we recommend booking in advance to secure a spot. 🙌

If you’re planning to pick up glasses or contact lenses, please check our Google hours or give us a quick call before dropping in.

Our usual weekday hours remain unchanged, and our online booking system is always open for your convenience. 👇

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now 📅✨

Thank you for your understanding and continued support! 🤓🌟

10/03/2026

Did you know that around 50% of people with glaucoma are unaware they have it? 😧

Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” 🤫 because it develops slowly and usually has no noticeable symptoms in the early stages.

By the time vision changes are detected, permanent damage may have already occurred.

The good news? ✨ Early detection can help protect your vision.

🌏👀 For World Glaucoma Week, we’ve put together a short blog explaining: 👁✨

• What glaucoma is 👁️
• Why eye pressure isn’t the whole story 📊
• How optometrists detect and monitor glaucoma 🔬
• Why regular eye exams are so important 🩺

📖 Read the full article on our website to learn more about protecting your long-term eye health and staying one step ahead of glaucoma.

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/blog/understanding-glaucoma-why-early-detection-matters

If it’s been a while since your last eye test, this is a great reminder to book one. Your future vision will thank you. 👓✨

📅✨ Book your appointment today. 👇

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now

05/03/2026

Both our Warrnambool and Camperdown practices will be closed next Monday 09/03/2026 for the public holiday. 😌🌸

We’ll be back bright and early on Tuesday 10/03/2026 at 9AM. 🕘

Wishing you and your family a safe, relaxing and enjoyable long weekend! 🙌😎

📣 Please note: Our Warrnambool practice will be open as usual on Saturday 07/03/2026 from 9AM–12PM.

📅✨ Our online booking system is always open 👇

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now

03/03/2026

Hello, Autumn! 🍂👋

As the seasons change, your eyes might feel it too. Cooler air and breezy days may leave them feeling dry, irritated, or just a little off. 😪

Noticing changes in comfort or vision? Pop in for a quick check-up. A little care now can keep your eyes happy all season long. 👀✨

Book your appointment today! 📅🍁

🔗 https://www.penryroutson.com.au/book-now
☎️ 5561 2331 (Warrnambool) OR 5593 2286 (Camperdown)
📍 193 Lava Street, Warrnambool OR 159 Manifold Street, Camperdown

27/02/2026

Join us in wishing our optometrist James a fantastic birthday today! 🥳🎂

Whether he’s fine-tuning your prescription and keeping your eyes in good tip-top shape, or shooting hoops after hours ( 🏀), James always brings MVP-level care (and vibes! 😎) to everything he does. 👀✨

Drop into the practice if you’re passing by, or leave a comment below to wish him a happy birthday! 🍻🎉

Address

193 Lava Street
Warrnambool, VIC
3280

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+61355612331

Website

https://www.penryroutson.com.au/

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