About Us
Your vision is always our priority.
We’re one of the few remaining locally owned optometry practices in Otago. With years of experience and genuine care, we put your eye health and vision first. Our team provides the full range of eye care and dispensing services, plus a curated collection of eyewear from leading international designers.
Our therapeutically certified optometrists treat a wide variety of eye conditions, including infections, allergies, and glaucoma, alongside traditional eye exams and vision care.
We are one of the few practices with an on-site optical lab, allowing lenses to be cut and fitted while you wait, although booking is essential.
Whenever you visit you can be sure our friendly support team will make your visit smooth and welcoming.
Our History
Founded in 1984, Stewart & Caithness Optometrists initially opened in the New Edinburgh Way block on George Street before moving to its current location at 323 George Street in 1991, later becoming Stewart Caithness Gray Optometrists Ltd in 2010.
UK-trained optometrist Paul Gray joined the practice in 1996 for a few years of overseas experience, returned permanently to Dunedin in 2002, and becoming a partner in 2006. Today, Paul continues the practice’s legacy of trusted, independent eye care alongside our optical and support team.
Paul Gray
BSc(Hons), MCOptom, PGDipSci, AdCertGlauc
Registered Therapeutic Optometrist and Director
Dunedin (Monday, Friday, and Saturday)
Gore (Wednesday and alternate Thursdays)
Mosgiel (Tuesday)
Paul is originally from North Yorkshire, UK, and earned his degree in ophthalmic optics (optometry) at Aston University, Birmingham. After working at Cooper and Leatherbarrow Opticians in the Yorkshire Dales, he worked in Dunedin from 1996-99 for overseas experience and then returned permanently in 2002, drawn by New Zealand’s lifestyle.
He completed a postgraduate diploma in 2010 to treat infective and inflammatory eye conditions, and an advanced certificate in glaucoma in 2019, allowing him to independently manage glaucoma patients.
Wendy Liu
BOptom(Hons)
Registered Therapeutic Optometrist
Dunedin (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays)
Mosgiel (Wednesday)
Nicola Bosma
BOptom(Hons)
Registered Optometrist
Dunedin (Thursday)
For enquiries, you can email reception@scgeyes.nz or call us on 03 477 3440 and they will direct your message to the right person.
You can also fill out our online form.
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