A 66 year history…

Formed in 1958 by optometrists and ophthalmologists from around New Zealand with an interest in achieving healthy eyes and good vision for their patients, and sharing that knowledge….

 
 
 
 
 

Join Us for CCLS Conference 2026

Eyeland Vibes: The Summer of Anterior Segment & Contact Lenses

12–14 February 2026 | Trinity Wharf, Tauranga

Our two-day conference brings together optometrists, ophthalmologists, nurse specialists, researchers, and eye-care professionals from across Aotearoa and beyond for world-class clinical education, evidence-based practice insights, and professional networking in a vibrant, engaging setting.
International keynote speakers, including global experts Dr Elsie Chan and Randy Kojima, sharing the latest research and clinical perspectives in anterior segment care.

 
 

Thank You to our CCLS Sponsors 2025

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PRE-CONFERENCE “MASTERING SPECIALITY CONTACT LENS FITTING” WORKSHOP SPONSORS


We’re thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2024 CCLS Scholarships!

Congratulations to Dian Zhuang, who divides her time between Visique Botany and pursuing her PhD at the Ocular Surface Lab at the University of Auckland’s Ophthalmology Department, and Aidan Quinlan from Bay Eyecare in Tauranga.
— CCLS Council

CCLS Conference 2024

March 21st - 22nd 2024

thank you to everyone who made it!



We are pleased to announce optometrist, Vicky Wang, is the 2023 CCLS Scholarship Recipient
— CCLS Council

CCLS Conference 2023

March 26th 2023

thank you to all who could join us!