Merry Christmas from our team to yours

As we reach the festive season, the team at Ian Donald Optometrist would like to extend our warmest thanks to our wonderful community for another rewarding year. Your trust in our expertise, whether for fashion-forward eyewear or advanced clinical care, continues to inspire us. As we wrap up 2025, we’re reflecting on some of the highlights that made this year truly special.

2025 has been a standout year for eyewear design, and we were thrilled to expand our boutique collections with frames that speak to individuality, colour, and craftsmanship. One of our most exciting additions was the arrival of Etnia Barcelona, a brand renowned for its artistic flair, vibrant palettes, and high-quality European materials. Their arrival brought a bold splash of personality into the practice and reaffirmed our commitment to offering eyewear that feels as good as it looks.

We also introduced Roger Henley, designs as individual as the man himself. Each frame is individually handcrafted and bespoke. These additions have allowed us to continue providing eyewear solutions that go beyond vision, celebrating self-expression through exceptional design.

Alongside our growing fashion collections, 2025 was a year marked by conversations about eye comfort, particularly around persistent dry eyes. Many patients visited seeking relief from irritation, screen-related strain, and environmental dryness. Our tailored treatment pathways, including the Eye-Light® technology, helped many find long-term comfort and improved daily well-being.

From early disease detection to ongoing care plans, our goal remains to provide clinical excellence paired with a compassionate, personalised approach.

One of the areas we’re especially proud to continue developing is our expertise in Orthokeratology (Ortho-K). This non-surgical, overnight vision-correction method has transformed the lives of children alike, offering clear daytime vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses. As demand for myopia management grows, Ortho-K remains a cornerstone of our specialty services.

As we celebrate the festive season, please take note of our adjusted holiday hours:

• 3/12–23/12: Normal hours
• 24/12: 8:30 am–12:30 pm
• 25/12: Closed
• 26/12: Closed
• 27/12–30/12: Normal hours
• 31/12: 8:30 am–12:30 pm (last appt: 11:30)
• 1/1/2026: Closed
• From 2/1: Normal hours resume

On behalf of all of us, thank you for your continued support throughout 2025. Whether you came in for stylish new frames, clearer vision, or specialised eye health care, it has been our privilege to look after you.

We wish you and your loved ones a joyful Christmas and a bright, healthy New Year.

Ian Donald Optometrists has been a permanent and trusted symbol for Manly and the residents of the North Beaches for decades.

Book an appointment today and discover the difference that the locals make.