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Hearing Australia

Hearing Australia has been caring for Australians for over 75 years, helping thousands of children, adults, pensioners and veterans connect with their loved ones. No matter your age, or hearing need — they are here to help you rediscover the sounds you love.

Vision and mission

Hearing Australia's mission is to provide world leading research and hearing services for the wellbeing of all Australians.

They’ll work with you to deliver on our promise to make hearing easy — to make a difference to you, your family as well as the communities they serve.

How Hearing Australia can help

Easy to access hearing services

Hearing Australia has over 180 permanent locations and hundreds of visiting sites across Australia. They also provide online and telehealth services.

Experienced and certified clinicians

Every Hearing Australia clinician is clinically certified and accredited by a professional body.

Comprehensive assessments

They take time to understand your hearing needs and conduct a comprehensive hearing assessment. Based on your needs and results, they will help you find a hearing solution that works for you.

They care for all Australians

They’re also the country’s largest provider of government-funded hearing services for children, young adults under 26, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, pensioners, and veterans.

A solution fit to your needs

Whatever the solution, they will guide you on your path to better hearing. If you’re recommended a hearing device, they will help you find the right one and tailor the solution to suit your lifestyle. They also have a range of listening devices for specific activities. If you don’t love your hearing aids, you can return them within 55 days under our money back guarantee.

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Programs and apps and tools

Last reviewed: February 2024

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How can I stop noise from damaging my hearing? - Hearing Australia

whatever you do, take a moment to consider if there’s something you can do to reduce the volume of the sounds around you

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How to choose - Hearing Australia

Our goal is to keep you connected to the people and the life you love

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Tips for safe listening using headphones and earbuds - Hearing Australia

Music is one of life’s great pleasures

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Our Services to You - Hearing Australia

As a Hearing Australia client, we’ll get to know you and your lifestyle so we can provide a hearing solution that best fits you and your family’s needs

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Our Services for Adults - Hearing Australia

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Is my hearing at risk? - Hearing Australia

 You can also be at greater risk if you’re exposed to certain solvents or if you are taking certain medications

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Hearing Loss - Hearing Australia

A hearing loss occurs when your ability to hear is reduced, making it more difficult for you to hear speech and all the other sounds in life you love

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How to help a loved one with hearing loss - YouTube

Concerned a family member or friend is finding it hard to hear? Here are some simple ways you can help.

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Signs you might need a hearing check - YouTube

Just like our body, our hearing changes over time. But it can happen so gradually, that it's hard to spot the signs.

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Hearing Loss - Hearing Australia

A hearing loss occurs when your ability to hear is reduced, making it more difficult for you to hear speech and all the other sounds in life you love

Read more on Hearing Australia website

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