Team

Photo SheldonSHELDON SCHULTZ

I graduated from QUT in 1990 and moved to Noosa in July 1996 with my wife Diane and two children Mitchell and Brigette with the third, Connor arriving in 1997. We have lived in Sunrise Beach since arriving and love the convenience of the beaches and schools among others. We have a great group of people at Options who all strive for perfection in customer service. We work and manage on a lifestyle philosophy for all of us...on the basis it's no good living here if you don't take the time and make the time to enjoy it.
Photo MaxMAX SKINNER

I have been part of the Options team since early 2003 having come from Newcastle, NSW. I have over 25 years experience in Optics as both an Optical Dispenser and manager of dispensing practices. My primary aim is to provide quality product and services to all patients. I am married with 3 children and enjoy the surf, bush walking as well as all ball sports. Mostly I just love spending time with my family. I am a member of Noosa/Tewantin Lions Club having previously enjoyed 15 years with East Maitland Lions working on numerous community projects with special emphasis on recycled used spectacles going to the under privileged in poorer countries. A highlight being when I met the late Prof Fred Hollows when donating over 500 pairs of spectacles.
Photo MargieMARGIE WALLACE

I joined the team at Options Eyecare February 2005 and have found the team and patients to be wonderful. I am pleased to be working with a group of people who have the same work ethics as I do. I moved to the Noosa area in 1990 with my husband and our three children. I enjoy walking, going to the gym and spending time with my family.
Photo MareeMAREE NOONAN

I like long walks on the beach at Sunset and sipping Pina Coladas.
Photo RaeRAE HORTON

After a successful 20 year career in the Health & Fitness industry, I joined Options Eyecare in February 2007. It’s been a great pleasure for me to work with a happy, helpful team who genuinely care for their customers. I feel we all take great pride in providing a professional service in a very relaxed atmosphere. I handle the knowledge base and display of sports eyewear and I love sourcing the best product for the individual cyclist; triathlete; golfer or other sportsperson.
Photo CarolCAROL EDWARDS

I joined Options Eyecare in January 2007 and have really enjoyed working with the friendly team. Having worked at the Tewantin/Noosa RSL in the bistro for six and a half years, I really wanted a change. I have learnt so much in the past year and am still learning everyday. I have three grown up daughters and a gorgeous grandson. I love going to the beach in my spare time and also do a lot of walking. I really admire the way the Optometrists look after their patients and have a high standard of care which the staff all follow. It’s a great place to work.
Photo BernadetteBERNADETTE GILMORE

I joined Options in 2008, returning to the Sunshine Coast where I grew up after a few years away at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane and working in Hervey Bay. I have really enjoyed being part of a team which focuses on patient care as the highest priority, with lovely staff to ensure there's never a dull moment. Outside of work I am glad to be back on the Sunshine Coast as I now have more time to ride my horses and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Photo JulieJULIE QUINEY

After studying Optical Dispensing at Sydney Technical College, I worked in the Optical industry for 25 years before leaving to help my partner run a successful business in Noosa. I joined the Options team in early 2008 as the Optical Dispenser in our Tewantin branch and now look after the newest store at Peregian Beach.
Photo MelissaMELISSA MACKENZIE

I have been in the optical industry for 19 years. In 2009 I completed a B.Business degree in Human Resource Management at Sunshine Coast University. I joined the Options Eyecare Team in late 2009 as an Optical Dispenser and most recently as a HR coordinator.
Photo AdrianADRIAN VECCHIO

After graduating from the University of Melbourne, I decided to move up to the Sunshine Coast to join the amazing Options team. I like working in all areas of optometry, with a special interest in contact lenses and binocular vision, as well as putting my therapeutic qualification to good use. I also enjoy getting to the beach to learn to surf.
Photo ChrisCHRISTOPHER TOBIN

I graduated from QIT in 1984 and moved to the Sunshine Coast in 1987, where I have lived and worked ever since. I joined the Options Eyecare team in April 2010 and look forward to providing eyecare for both past and new patients. In my spare time these days I enjoy fishing and exploring the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast Region with my wife Bronwyn and two sons Joel and Bailey.
CARRIE RICHARDSON

I joined the Options team in January 2011 after moving to the Sunshine Coast from Hervey Bay. I have 5 years experience in customer service and have found working in the optical industry challenging but rewarding. I enjoy the lifestyle that the coast has to offer with all the beautiful beaches and live music
DARIN BROWNE

Darin is a Behavioural Optometrist with over 25 years experience who has a special interest in helping children experiencing learning difficulties. He loves to help struggling kids reach their full potential, and uses specialized lenses and vision therapies to improve school performance. He also uses Behavioural techniques to limit shortsight progression and improve sports performance.
TANYA MUSCAT

I have been a proud member of Options Eyecare Team for almost two years and have almost completed a two year course to become an Optical Dispenser. The Optical Industry offers many different facets and career opportunities including fashion, management and marketing. Our industry is ever changing and growing, we are living in exciting times where eye diseases and conditions can be treated and maintained. Options Eyecare provides patients with the latest in lens technology and consulting equipment, leading the way on the Sunshine Coast toward the best in eye health and sight. Options Eyecare is a small, privately owned business by local people offering personalised service and care, making it a great place to work and also be a patient.
JULIA LOVELL

After graduating from QUT School of Optometry in 2011, I was very lucky to be employed by Options Eyecare. I love that the focus of our practices is always in providing high levels of patient eye health care. I thoroughly enjoy working with the friendly and experienced Options team, and am enjoying my new Sunny Coast lifestyle. I am also passionate about eye care in developing nations, and after having done aid work in rural Mexico can do a complete eye test in Spanish!