Judith Hannan

Judith Hannan is a prominent figure in the field of optometry regulation in Australia. She served as the Chair of the Optometry Board of Australia until March 2023.26 During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing the board's operations, including setting registration fees and explaining the roles of Ahpra and the Optometry Board of Australia.13

Professional Experience

• Optometry Board of Australia: Served as Chair until March 20232
• AHPRA Registration and Notification Committee: Chairperson from February 2021 to March 20236

Notable Contributions

• Oversaw the setting of registration fees for optometrists in Australia14
• Participated in webinars to explain the roles of Ahpra and the Optometry Board of Australia35
• Committed to keeping registration fees as low as possible while operating on a cost-recovery model4

Current Status

As of May 2024, Judith Hannan is no longer the Chair of the Optometry Board of Australia, having stepped down in March 2023.2