Enhancing futures, today
Who we are
Australia’s largest cochlear implant program
Australia’s largest cochlear implant program
We deliver Australia’s most comprehensive cochlear implant program, giving you access to leading surgeons, an expert team of health professionals, and the latest technologies, with no out-of-pocket expenses.
Sam is building himself a bright future.
Bronwyn has been instrumental in helping to shape who our son is today, and we are forever grateful to her for that.
Your support can help children like Sam
News and stories
From researcher to recipient—how Barbara’s cochlear implant has enriched her life
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When retired health researcher and data analyst Barbara started exploring the option of a cochlear implant for her hearing loss, she did what came naturally: she turned to the evidence.
Our centre for innovation hits the small screen
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In case you missed it, our incredible centre for innovation was featured on Australia ByDesign: Innovations.
Celebrating our founder on Thomas Pattison Day
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Each year on 22 October we celebrate the legacy of Thomas Pattison, who on the same day in 1860 changed the course of history for the Deaf community in Australia.
Forging global connections to advance the fields of hearing and vision loss
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Three decades ago, we began an ambitious venture to educate the next generation of professionals in sensory disability. And within 10 years we opened our doors to the world.
Get loud for kids with hearing loss
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Get behind the loudest party of the year on 18 October—Loud Shirt Day—to raise funds for children with hearing loss.
NextSense Preschool a finalist in the Excellence in Early Childcare Awards
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NextSense Preschool has been named as a finalist in the 2024 Australian Childcare Alliance NSW Excellence in Early Childcare Awards, with winners to be announced at a gala evening on 2 November.
More than $300k raised for NextSense School on Giving Day
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We raised more than $300,000 during our Giving Day appeal, supporting children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind or have low vision help reach their potential.
Perspectives on Usher Syndrome
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On Usher Syndrome Awareness Day, we share perspectives from NextSense Ambassador Katie Kelly and NextSense physiotherapist Laura Harper.
Three ways cochlear implants have changed Sue’s life
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It’s been 40 years to the day since NextSense Clinical Support Officer Sue’s first cochlear implant was switched on.
Karate helped Sister Helen navigate her hearing loss
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Sister Helen Merrin has many passions. But it was her love of karate that gave her focus as she learned to listen using cochlear implants.
A leading centre of research and education in sensory disability
