Optometry Council of New South Wales
We safeguard the community by regulating optometry practice in NSW
We are optometrists and community members who manage complaints and uphold standards
We support optometrists to deliver safe and ethical healthcare
How we manage complaints
We focus on complaints about the conduct, performance and health of registered optometry practitioners in NSW
Concerns an optometrist is providing unsafe care
Concerns about the way an optometrist behaves
Concerns about an optometrist’s health
Featured resources
All Optometry Council resourcesEducation conditions – what do they mean?
Sometimes, the Council will ask you to increase your knowledge through further education. See what’s involved.
Latest updates
All Optometry Council newsWork with the Optometry Council to protect the public: apply now
Practitioners and members of the community can apply to serve as a member of the Optometry Council. Learn more about how to apply before 12 November.
3 Nov 2026
Optometry registration fees for 2026–27
Check your annual registration fee and get ready for renewal with important dates and information
2 Oct 2026
A quick guide to privacy
Check this handy how-to on the 15 Health Privacy Principles
30 Mar 2026
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