Local Hearing Aid Specialists

28/10/2026

Did you know that pensioners can receive subsidized hearing aids under the Hearing Services Program (HSP)?
To be eligible you must fit the following requirements.

- Be a Pensioner Concession Card Holder
- Receive Sickness Allowance from Centrelink
- Be a holder of a Department of Veterans’ Affairs
(DVA) Gold Card issued for all conditions
- Be a holder of a DVA White Card issued for specific
conditions that include hearing loss
-Be a dependent of a person in one of the above
categories
-A member of the Australian Defence Force or
Australian Government NDIS participant

Pensioners with an HSP voucher will receive a hearing assessment, consultation, hearing aids (if applicable) and ongoing rehabilitation services without further
unknown expenses.

Missing out on words in conversations? Asking people to repeat themselves? Do people sound like they are mumbling? These signs may mean you have a hearing
loss.
Come talk to us about a hearing test!

Call 02 40232055 or make an appointment via
our website www.localhearingaidspecialists.com

You can also pop into our Wallsend clinic, Shop 4, Dan Rees Street.

26/10/2026

Karlie is the green thumb in our clinic.

22/10/2026

Ear moulds are used if people have reduced dexterity or have severe hearing loss.

Ear moulds are custom made from either soft/hard plastic that fits the ear exactly. They are used with over the ear hearing aids. The mould holds tubing in place to direct sound in the ear.

To make sure the mould fits your ear, an impression is made by inserting a small foam block inside the ear canal. A syringe filled with soft putty is carefully squeezed into the ear and after a few minutes it becomes firm and rubbery. The impression is removed and sent to the ear mould manufacturer. Once it is returned to us, we attach it to the hearing aid and make sure it fits perfectly.

20/10/2026

The new Beltone Illuminate offers clearer conversations by using an automatic de-noising function to reduce distractions in challenging environments.

The Beltone Illuminate is the smallest AI rechargeable RIE hearing aid on the market and has low energy Bluetooth which allows for the clearest audio experience. Wearers can stream tv audio, music and make hands free calls. Featuring nanocoating to make it sweatproof and weatherproof, the Beltone Illuminate is a comfortable aid with 24 hours of battery.

17/10/2026

Why would you choose an independent hearing clinic over a multinational chain?

Well, we are local - we live locally and we know our community and their needs. We've lived through Newcastle's challenges - the 1989 earthquake, east coast lows, flooding, and Covid lockdowns. Our kids have grown up here and now our grandchildren are following in their footsteps. We know what makes Newcastle people tick.

We view you as an individual, so we will find the best hearing aid for your hearing needs.

We have worked for 30 years in the hearing industry, so you can feel confident that our advice is based on our strong professional knowledge.

As an independent clinic, we don't work on commissions, so we can fit all brands of hearing aids. We are friendly and caring, and we understand that hearing loss can be frustrating and isolating.

If you or someone you know has noticed a decrease in their hearing levels, please make an appointment with us. Call 02 40232055 or visit our website:
www.localhearingaidspecialists.com.au

15/10/2026

Starkey is a world leader in hearing manufacturing who delivers advanced hearing solutions. They offer a wide range of hearing aids - Omega AI, Starkey Signature series, Starkey Edge AI, Starkey G Series AI - all designed to suit your individual hearing needs.

If you or someone you know has had a decrease in their hearing, please call us on 02 40232055 or visit our website to make an appointment.

www.localhearingaidspecialists.com.au

12/10/2026

Sound quality isn’t just about hearing more - it’s about hearing better. Omega AI brings out the details that matter, shaping every moment with clarity and natural balance that adjusts automatically to your surroundings

With , Starkey combines advanced AI-driven performance with simple, intuitive features designed to fit seamlessly into everyday life. From easy connectivity and hands-free streaming to personalized support and all-day comfort, Omega AI helps users stay connected with less effort and more confidence.

09/10/2026

Cheap online ear wax removal products look like a simple solution that can be used at home. Generally, they are battery powered and appear to do some magical tricks in removing ear wax.

However, while you might think you have a steady hand and impeccable eyesight, the risk of permanently damaging your ear drum when removing ear wax with one of these gadgets, is high. It is not worth it.

We can help!!

We offer gentle, microsuction ear wax removal by trained clinicians.

If you feel like you have a full ear canal and have noticed a decline in your hearing, please make an appointment to see us.

Book online:
www.localhearingaidspecialists.com.au

Or call 02 40232055.

07/10/2026

05/10/2026

October is National Safe Work Month.

Did you know? Hearing damage can occur when a person is exposed to noise that is too loud for too long. Hearing loss can be temporary or permanent and can get worse over time.

The risk of noise related injury increases depending on how loud the noise is and how long a person is exposed. The workplace exposure standard for noise states workers must not be exposed to noise above 85 decibels (as an average) over 8 hours at work. As a guide, machines like lawnmowers and leaf blowers are around 85 decibels.

For every 3 decibels increase in the noise level, the amount of time a worker can be exposed before hearing damage occurs halves. For example, at an average noise level of 88 decibels a worker can only be exposed for 4 hours.
As a good rule of thumb, if you must raise your voice to talk to someone who is a metre away, you are likely being exposed to hazardous noise levels.

Acoustic trauma is immediate and permanent hearing loss which occurs when a person is exposed to noise greater than 140 decibels. This is often the result of sudden bursts of noise such as noise from a sledgehammer.

Noise can damage your hearing if it’s too loud. Both sudden, loud noises, like an explosion, and constant, loud noise, like working near industrial machinery, can damage your hearing.

Hearing damage includes permanent or temporary hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). And it's not just people working in areas such as construction who can be affected by industrial deafness - hospitality workers, musicians and hairdresser can be exposed to ongoing high noise levels.

If you feel you or someone you know has been affected by exposure to workplace noise, please make a hearing appointment with us. 02 4023 2055 or visit our clinic Shop 4 Dan Rees Street Wallsend.

www.localhearingaidspecialists.com.au