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Here, we share the news and stories from across NextSense, from how we're moving the sector forward at global conferences to Jack getting the best start in life—and everything in between.
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  • Supporting Brodie to make history in Tokyo
    • Vision

    Brodie Smith received vision support from NextSense. Tonight she hits the court in Tokyo as a Paralympian.

    Brodie Smith, Paralympian, in action and in her Australian uniform, playing goal ball

  • COVID message from our CE
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    A short message of support from NextSense Chief Executive, Chris Rehn

    Coronavirus update

  • With Jess every step of the way
    • Hearing

    Through preschool, school, and mainstream school—NextSense has been with Jess every step of the way.

    RIDBC Volunteer named Jess smiling

  • Redefining what’s possible for older adults with hearing loss
    • Hearing

    Clinical Professor Birman shares the importance of hearing tests for older people, including the link between dementia and hearing loss and how NextSense can help when hearing aids aren’t enough.

    Photo of Cathy Birman

  • COVID update from NextSense—21 July 2021
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    We continue to make decisions in accordance with State and Federal Government advice. Our number one concern is the wellbeing and safety of our staff, clients, and the broader community.

    Coronavirus update

  • The ‘immeasurable’ impact of cochlear implants on Alan’s life
    • Hearing

    When hearing loss increased over time, Alan turned to cochlear implants when hearing aids weren’t enough. This is his story.

    Alan inside his garage surrounded by his tools

  • Telepractice and early intervention: new evidence
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    Groundbreaking research by a NextSense Institute PhD graduate is earning worldwide recognition, says Greg Leigh, director of the NextSense Institute.

    Melissa McCarthy in telepractice session

  • COVID update from NextSense—28 June 2021
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    We continue to make decisions in accordance with State and Federal Government advice. Our number one concern is the wellbeing and safety of our staff, clients, and the broader community.

    coronavirus update

  • COVID update from NextSense—25 June 2021
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    We continue to make decisions in accordance with State and Federal Government advice. Our number one concern is the wellbeing and safety of our staff, clients, and the broader community.

    Coronavirus update

  • COVID update from NextSense—23 June 2021
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    We continue to make decisions in accordance with State and Federal Government advice. Our number one concern is the wellbeing and safety of our staff, clients, and the broader community.

    Coronavirus update

  • Celebrating our AGM
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    On Tuesday 25 May 2021, we held our 160th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at our North Rocks centre.

    160th AGM in auditorium

  • Honours for Alan and Breda
    • Vision
    • Hearing

    Alan Carter and Dr Breda Carty have both made extraordinary contributions to NextSense, and to people with hearing and vision loss. Now, they’ve received deserved acknowledgment.

    Photo of Alan Carter and Dr Breda Carty