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Adele Jefferies – Optometrist & Founder of Illume Eye Care, BOptom(Hons) MSc(Hons), TPAWith over 20 years of experience, many of them practicing in Ponsonby, Adele is a respected optometrist and clinical leader recognised across New Zealand and Australia. Known for her calm, thoughtful approach and dedication to finding the right solution for each patient, Adele brings deep expertise in contact lenses, dry eye disease, and myopia management.A therapeutically qualified optometrist, Adele has held leadership roles across independent and corporate settings, helped develop national clinical programs, and continues to contribute to professional education and industry innovation. She is the immediate past President of the Cornea and Contact Lens Society of New Zealand (CCLSNZ), an active member of the New Zealand Association of Optometrists (NZAO), and serves on Optometrists & Dispensing Opticians Board Committees. Adele is also a regular invited speaker at conferences and participates on several local and international clinical advisory boards.Adele founded Illume Eye Care to deliver care that goes beyond the standard eye exam — combining advanced technology, personalised treatment, and genuine connection to support patients at every stage of life. Her work bridges clinical expertise, patient education, and innovation, ensuring each patient receives tailored, evidence-based care.Her published and media work includes:Bright Eyes - Healthy eyes for a better future, Tots to Teens MagazineNutrition and Dry Eye - Evidence based strategies, InSight MagazineDry Eye & Cosmetics - A Clinical Experience, NZ OpticsWhy is my Eyelid Twitching - Live Interview on NZ Seven Sharp Television ShowLittle Eyes, Big World, Tots to Teens MagazineOutside of work, Adele is a mum of two girls and is actively involved in her local community. She enjoys book club, cooking for friends, and fitting in time for exercise — valuing balance, connection, and wellbeing in both her personal and professional life.Illume Eye CareInstagramFacebookIf you are searching for a different leve of you dye eye care, check out the Dry Eye Specialist Group to find a Practitioner near you. Fix Dry EyesCome check us out at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ashburton Eyecare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashburton.eyecare/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ryanoconnornz/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stagryan/  Twitter https://twitter.com/stagryan  Tik Tok @ryanstagoconnor  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WaiKeto/  Blog https://stagryan.com/

Tristan Corbett from Hunt Mate, Our mission is to harness our passion, experience, and skills to create a unique, all-in-one platform that unites like-minded hunters. We aim to teach ethical and sustainable hunting methods, encourage new hunters, and up-skill existing ones. Our platform is a place to entertain, educate, and record epic adventures for years to come, fostering a supportive and knowledgeable hunting community. Hunt Wise, Hunt More, Hunt Matehttps://www.huntmate.co.nz/ YouTube InstagramFaceBookCome check us out at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ashburton Eyecare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.asheye.co.nz/https://www.instagram.com/ashburton.eyecare/

Understanding Myopia Management with Ashburton Eyecare; Your children’s eye health experts.In this episode, we discuss everything you need to know about myopia (nearsightedness) and how Ashburton Eyecare is helping parents and children in our community manage and slow its progression. Learn about the latest treatment options, including specialty spectacle lenses, soft contact lenses, orthokeratology, and combination therapies like low-level red-light therapy and atropine drops.We also highlight how our advanced tracking technology, including Optopol software, allows us to monitor your child's eye growth over time—much like tracking their childhood development. Early intervention is key, and regular eye checks, along with proper binocular vision correction, can make a big difference in maintaining your child's eye health now and into the future.Whether you’re concerned about your child’s eyesight or want to learn more about preventing myopia from worsening, this podcast offers valuable insights tailored for families in Ashburton and surrounding areas. Protect your child's vision and ensure they see their brightest future!Contact us today at Ashburton Eyecare for more information or to schedule an assessment.Subscribe for more eye health insights, and don’t forget to share this episode with friends and family!Come check us out at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ashburton Eyecare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashburton.eyecare/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ryanoconnornz/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stagryan/  Twitter https://twitter.com/stagryan  Tik Tok @ryanstagoconnor  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WaiKeto/  Blog https://stagryan.com/

Ehsan Vaghefi CEO @ Toku Eyes | PhD, Ophthalmic Imaging https://tokueyes.com/Ashburton Eyecare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashburton.eyecare/list.Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ryanoconnornz/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stagryan/  Twitter https://twitter.com/stagryan  Tik Tok @ryanstagoconnor  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WaiKeto/  Blog https://stagryan.com/

Grant (Professor) Schofield   | Professor of Public Health | Chief Science Officer at PREKURE | Bestselling Author (4x) | Former Public Health Advisor | Leading the Movement for Preventative Medicine | Extend the Human health span prekure.comAshburton Eyecare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashburton.eyecare/list.Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ryanoconnornz/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stagryan/  Twitter https://twitter.com/stagryan  Tik Tok @ryanstagoconnor  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WaiKeto/  Blog https://stagryan.com/