Our practice at 2C Edwardes Street, Reservoir.
Optometrist in Reservoir
Independent optometrist in Reservoir
Thorough eye care, clear advice and help choosing glasses for everyday life.
Comprehensive eye tests, children’s vision care, urgent eye concerns, contact lenses and quality eyewear, proudly serving Reservoir and Melbourne’s north.
Independent local care
Meet the people behind your eye care.
Reservoir Spectacles is a long-standing local practice that has cared for the Reservoir community for decades.
The clinic is owned by optometrist John Sweeney, who provides comprehensive eye examinations, children’s vision care, urgent eye care and contact lens services with a strong focus on careful clinical care and clear communication.
Before owning Reservoir Spectacles, John worked in an independent Williamstown practice, taught at the Australian College of Optometry and undertook overseas aid work in Sri Lanka.
We make time to listen, explain your options and answer questions.
Our services
What we do
Choose the information you need, from an eye examination to help with your glasses.
Comprehensive Eye Tests
Thorough vision and eye health assessments supported by modern diagnostic technology.
Learn about comprehensive eye tests →Children’s Vision
Helping children see clearly and comfortably at school, during sport and throughout their development.
Learn about children’s eye tests →Medical & Urgent Eye Care
Guidance for red eyes, flashes, floaters and other sudden symptoms. Urgent problems need prompt assessment.
Learn about urgent eye care →Contact Lenses
Soft lenses, multifocals, myopia management and specialty fitting options.
Learn about contact lens fitting →Glasses & Prescription Lenses
Explore lens choices, frame suitability and options for reading, work and outdoors.
Explore our lenses →Glasses Repairs & Adjustments
Find out what to bring and how we assess a loose, uncomfortable or damaged frame.
Get help with your glasses →Plan your visit
Find us on Edwardes Street.
Location and availability
Visit Reservoir Spectacles at 2C Edwardes Street, Reservoir VIC 3073.
Check our opening hours and contact details and Saturday calendar before travelling. HotDoc shows available eye-test appointments.
What to bring
Bring your current glasses, any prescription or referral you have, and a list of your medicines. Tell us what has changed and which tasks are difficult.
For lens advice, bring the frames you hope to use and tell us about your work, reading and outdoor activities.
Sudden eye symptoms
Some problems should not wait for a routine booking.
Sudden vision loss, severe eye pain or a serious eye injury needs urgent medical assessment. Do not wait for an online appointment or a message reply. If we are closed or cannot provide timely care, go to an emergency department.
For new flashes or floaters, seek urgent advice. Read our urgent eye care guidance. In an emergency, call 000.
Health guidance: Healthdirect on sudden vision changes and eye care. Reviewed 26 September 2026.
Appointments
Need an eye appointment?
Book online for a routine eye test, children’s vision assessment or contact-lens appointment. Call (03) 9460 8017 during opening hours if you are unsure which appointment to choose. For sudden symptoms, follow the urgent-care guidance above.