Greg Luke and a Lifetime in Coffs Harbour Eyecare
Trace four decades of optical dedication on the Coffs Coast—from early clinical training and hand-crafted lenses to founding the original Medioptics practice, and today’s benchwork at Lens Lounge Eyecare.
The Beginning of Greg’s Career in Optometry
Greg Luke began his journey in optometry during an era when optical practitioners were equal parts clinical diagnosticians and precision artisans. Armed with a deep interest in human vision, optics physics, and mechanical precision, Greg completed his qualifications with a commitment to providing personalized, unhurried eyecare.
From his earliest days in clinical practice, Greg recognized that prescription lenses were only as effective as the craftsmanship behind their fitting. He spent countless hours in optical workshops mastering lens grinding, hand-edging glass, and adjusting custom frame geometry.
Early optometry required meticulous hand calculations for complex astigmatisms and prism corrections. Greg developed a reputation for solving challenging optical prescriptions that standard dispensers struggled to fit.
Establishing and Operating the Original Medioptics Practice
Seeking to create a practice rooted in thorough clinical care and warm personal service, Greg established the original Medioptics practice as a true family-owned, independent business in Coffs Harbour.
At the heart of the practice was family. Greg operated Medioptics alongside his wife, Karen, and their daughter, Chloe—creating a welcoming, close-knit environment where local families were greeted by familiar faces who genuinely cared about their vision and well-being. Greg personally designed the practice laboratory, equipping it with precision edging machinery so that patient glasses could be surfaced, cut, fitted, and checked on-site under his direct supervision.
Together as a family team, Greg, Karen, and Chloe operated the practice with a focus on clinical integrity and personalized care. They refused to compromise on spectacle fitting, ensuring that every pair of frames handed to a patient felt comfortable, aligned perfectly, and provided crystal-clear vision.
Longstanding Connection with Patients & Coffs Harbour
For over three decades, Greg cared for multiple generations of Coffs Harbour families. It was common for Greg to examine children, their parents, and their grandparents within the same family line.
His gentle, patient-centered approach made him a familiar and comforting figure in local healthcare. Whether conducting routine eye health assessments, managing complex prescription changes, or carefully repairing a favorite pair of glasses, Greg earned the enduring trust of the Coffs Coast community.
Greg's warm, approachable personality extended throughout his practice, making eye health care an inviting, enjoyable experience for local patients of all ages.
Spectacle Making, Dispensing & Problem-Solving
What set Greg apart throughout his long career was his hands-on dedication to optical craftsmanship. While many practices outsourced lens glazing to commercial laboratories, Greg maintained an active laboratory bench.
He took immense pride in shaping high-index lenses, adjusting bridge alignments, repairing delicate hinges, and resolving optical anomalies that required custom adjustments. To Greg, spectacle making is both a precise science and a physical craft.
"A great pair of glasses must not only provide flawless clarity, but feel like a natural extension of the wearer. That requires manual care, patience, and fine bench adjustment." — Greg Luke
Selling the Practice & A New Phase
In 2020, after more than three decades of operating Medioptics, Greg decided to sell the practice to new owners.
Following the sale, Greg stepped away completely from Medioptics ownership and practice management. Medioptics has since been acquired by National Optical Care, which itself was acquired by George & Matilda Eyecare in 2024 — so the practice now operates as part of a national corporate group rather than as an independent, locally owned business. Greg's transition marked the conclusion of his era with that brand, allowing him to step back and reflect on his next chapter in local eyecare.
Notice: Greg Luke holds no financial interest, administrative role, or clinical ownership in the current Medioptics practice. All patient inquiries for Medioptics should be directed to their current business team.
Still in the Workshop, Now Alongside Chloe
When Greg’s daughter, Chloe Luke, established Lens Lounge Eyecare at 372 Harbour Drive, Coffs Harbour, Greg was delighted to lend his four decades of optical knowledge to support her new independent practice.
Today, Greg works behind the scenes at Lens Lounge Eyecare, specializing in spectacle making, laboratory glazing, custom frame adjustments, and technical problem-solving. This collaboration brings Greg’s longstanding optical craftsmanship directly into the next generation of family eyecare.
