See The Vision, Be The Vision At Local Eyes Optometrists, Mackay

Rebecca Vella
Co-Owner and Practice Manager  

Rebecca is the frame and lens expert at Local Eyes Optometrists, helping patients not only see better, but feel fabulous. With a passion for customer service, she ensures every patient receives the best care and walks away with a positive experience. Her role includes overseeing the practice's eyewear collection, and curating a diverse range of modern, unique frames to suit all preferences.  

Rebecca’s journey began as a trainee optical dispenser, and her love for the industry has only grown since. She credits her success to her strong work ethic, resilience, and the support of her business partner, Kelly.  

Her advice to anyone dreaming of owning a business, is to simply just “go for it!”

Kelly Menzies
Co-Owner and Optometrist  

Kelly is an experienced optometrist who is committed to delivering thorough, patient-focused care. She’s dedicated to providing eyecare that is not only professional but also personal.

When asked about the road to practice ownership, Kelly said, “It’s been challenging at times, but I have zero regrets.  

“I love that I can offer the best optical solutions for my patients without restrictions”.

Local Eyes will be celebrating its third birthday in April, and within this short time the business has grown from a sole optometrist practice, to now having three local optometrists in its team.  

Kelly says, “I’m so proud of what Bec and I have achieved, and I’m excited for the future.”


Natasha Westcott  
Optometrist  

Natasha is a passionate optometrist who enjoys building relationships with her patients. She loves spreading the word that going to the optometrist is not just about glasses, but also about maintaining overall eye health.

Her passion for optometry and helping others was ignited during her Grade 10 work experience at a local optometrist, and she hasn’t looked back since. Natasha encourages aspiring optometrists to enjoy the journey, ask questions, and appreciate each step along the way.

Natasha considers herself very fortunate to work alongside “a team of incredible women,” at Local Eyes Optometrists and is looking forward to a long and fulfilling optometry career.


Kylie Freiberg
Optometrist  

Kylie is the newest optometrist to join the Local Eyes optometry team and brings with her over 22 years of optometric experience.  She enjoys practising full-scope optometry and values working in an independent practice that has a clinical emphasis and encourages long-term patient relationships.

Kylie thoroughly enjoys the day-to-day patient interactions and the positive changes she can make in people’s lives.  She has a special interest in children’s vision and says that she “loves seeing the look of amazement on a child’s face when they put on glasses for the first time”.

Kylie has completed multiple postgraduate studies and she emphasises the importance of continuous learning, advising aspiring optometrists to embrace lifelong education to enhance their skills and knowledge.

www.localeyesmackay.com.au

‍