Local Eyes Optometrists is proudly owned and operated by Mackay locals Kelly Menzies and Rebecca Vella.


Experienced team of local eye care professionals

Our vision is to provide full-scope professional optometry services to the local community.

Kelly Menzies

Principal Optometrist

  • Bachelor of Optometry, Honours (QUT)
    Advanced Certificate in Children’s Vision
    Graduate Certificate in Ocular Therapeutics
    Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Credentialed Optometrist
    Member of the Australiasian College of Behavioural Optometrists

  • Kelly has been working in the optical industry since 2005, starting out as an optical dispenser while studying at university. In 2008, Kelly graduated her Optometry degree at QUT with honours. Since that time she has worked as a fully qualified optometrist in Townsville, Swan Hill, and for the last 8 years, in her hometown of Mackay. Kelly has built a reputation for being professional, caring, and competent, and is well respected by both her colleagues and patients.

    Outside of the practice, Kelly loves spending time with her husband, two young (and active) boys, and their gorgeous border collies Abby & Gemma.

Rebecca Vella

Practice Manager

  • A Mackay local, working as an optical dispenser since 2001, Rebecca has over 20 years experience in the optical industry. With that, comes invaluable knowledge regarding optical and sunglass frames, lens materials and designs. Rebecca has a special interest in dispensing complex prescriptions, adjustments, frame repairs, and assisting patients with contact lens insertion, removal and care. With a genuine interest in advances within the optical industry, Rebecca is always looking for opportunities to further her knowledge and skills. Her professionalism and outstanding customer service builds strong relationships with both patients and suppliers.

    On the weekends Rebecca spends time with her husband Mick, and two teenage daughters on their cane farm 30km west of Mackay.

Selina Rogers

Optical Dispenser

  • Selina has worked in the optical industry since 2014. She enjoys working in independent optometry and the long term patient relationships and clinical emphasis that this brings. She loves providing customer service that goes above and beyond. Selina’s favourite part of dispensing is helping patients choose the ideal frame and guiding them through lens options to find the perfect match for their individual requirements.

    Outside of work she enjoys crafting, socialising, and spending time with family and friends. Selina also loves running and is a member of Mackay LRC running club and just completed her first 10K run in Sydney.

Experience for yourself our beautiful practice, amazing customer service, and highly qualified eye care advice.

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