Being an independent practice, we offer a broad range of solutions for all ages whether it be  glasses or contact lenses. 

It is true that no two pairs of eyes are the same as we all have different eye and vision conditions along with different visual demands throughout our daily lives.

At Eyes of Howick we perform longer eye exams,  so we can provide you with a unique personalised experience. Our team endeavour to learn as much about your eyes and general well-being as possible in order to provide you with the best visual solution.

As part of our commitment to providing a high clinical focus, we invest in the best technology for your eyes and our Optometrists are continually attending education events to stay abreast of the latest in eye health care and eyewear technology.

And when it comes to frames and sunglasses  we enjoy providing you with the latest innovative and handcrafted designs but we also stock more conservative options for your preference.

Our dedicated team of eyewear consultants understand that choosing the right pair of glasses is not just a matter of fit. A frame must not only be suitable for your specific optical requirements but it should also reflect your personality and way of life. We enjoy taking the time with you to get this right.

Whether you need to have your eyes tested with one of our Optometrists or  would simply like to call in for a viewing or some general advice about our frame collections, we look forward to seeing you.

Owner/optometrist, Kristine Jensen qualified at Auckland University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Optometry. Kristine also completed a certificate in business studies at Auckland University and has successfully completed further post graduate studies in Sports vision, Ocular Therapeutics - enabling her to prescribe topical eye medications and is one of the few optometrists who are certified to treat glaucoma.  As part of her commitment to helping prevent blindness, Kristine has also completed advanced Glaucoma training- meaning she can manage glaucoma patients if it is not convenient for them to visit a hospital or specialist. She is also certified with the Civil Aviation Authority to conduct pilot testing.

Kristine particularly enjoys the study of ocular health issues and loves testing children. Kristine is a Behavioural Optometrist and has also completed advanced Neuro-Optometric training to help patients with brain injury related vision issues along with Visual Snow.

As part of her commitment to providing expert eye care, Kristine attends numerous local and off-shore Optometry seminars throughout the year along with online studies. She has recently volunteered her Optometry services in Soso Village, Fiji as part of the OneSight Foundation team. Kristine also attends an Optometry focus group with like-minded Optometry professionals to compare modes of practice and to continually improve the standard of patient and customer care at Eyes of Howick. 

Kristine set up her first Optometry practice in Papakura in 2001 and purchased her Howick practice in 2002.
Kristine is passionate about being a life-long learner and is an avid reader, although more recently finding audio books and podcasts fit more easily into her busy lifestyle! In her spare time she enjoys travelling with her family, being a side-line sports parent, along with enjoying all that living in the vibrant local Howick area has on offer. 

Optometrist, Jenna Edwards - Ngāti manaia, Ngāti whatua, Te roroa, Tararā, Pākehā has a Bachelor of Optometry from the University of Auckland. She has TPA endorsement- meaning she is able to prescribe medicines for a vast array of ocular infections and inflammatory conditions.

Jenna has a keen interest in treating her clients who have dry eye - and is particularly adept with Optilight IPL dry eye treatment and advising on what is the best eye drops for your dry eye issue. She has a passion for soft contact lens fitting- particularly enjoying fitting multifocal contact lenses for those clients who require some extra help for their near work.

Jenna’s enthusiasm for her profession is second to none and with her open and honest approach to discussing your eye health and vision requirements, you can rest assured she will always advise on the best solution to protect your precious peepers!

Optometrist, Jackie Low is a local, having attended Macleans College and University of Auckland while living in our neighbouring Pakuranga.

Jackie has a keen interest in eye health and children’s vision, being a member of ACBO- the Australian College of Behavioural Optometrists. Jackie is an avid learner, always attending education events and staying abreast of the very latest in vision care. Jackie conducts most of the Visual therapy sessions that we offer to clients when required and has a great way with children, putting them at ease during their eye exams and therapy sessions.

When she isn’t at Eyes of Howick she is working alongside some of Auckland’s leading Ophthalmologists at Eye Institute and is involved in Vision Science research with regard to head injury and eye tracking performance. She also keeps herself extra busy with her volunteer work with Radio Lollipops and running half marathons!

Jackie is fluent in Cantonese and can also speak Mandarin. Book an eye examination with Jackie to experience her kind, patient manner.

Chrizelda brings a fresh approach to Eyes of Howick’s trusted service and expertise. Since joining the team, she has implemented state-of-the- art technology into the practice to enable the most accurate and customisable eyewear for her clients.

Chrizelda advises “it is not only the prescription and frame-fit which determines how well a pair of glasses will work for you, but also how you use your eyes and your glasses. This is why our Visioffice lens measuring system is amazing as it quickly analyses how each individual uses their eyes, particularly when reading”. She goes on to explain, “The lenses are then manufactured to take into account the individual characteristics of the wearer to truly provide personalised vision correction. “

As a dispensing optician with over 10 years’ experience, she is not only on the look out for the latest in fashion eye wear and sun wear but also frames and lenses that perform the very best to suit your lifestyle. Furthermore, Chrizelda has a special interest in children’s vision. As a glasses wearer herself she knows the importance of making eyewear selection a positive experience for her clients both young and old!

Katarina is our Practice Manager and Eyewear Consultant who came to us from Sweden via Australia. Her optical career began in a lens laboratory giving her years of practical experience in both frame and lens fitting. She has since worked as a dispensing assistant in Sweden and Australia and in 2007 she qualified as an Optometrist in Denmark.

As our Eyewear Consultant, Katarina brings a Scandinavian fashion edge when both selecting eyewear for the practice and also when helping you, the client make the perfect choice to frame your face and your prescription lenses! Calling on her technical and optical background, Katarina is an expert in frame and spectacle lens fitting..

Katarina particularly enjoys a challenge, so if you have a tricky prescription or have never been satisfied with your glasses, she would relish the opportunity to help you.

 In her spare time, Katarina enjoys living locally with her young family and has a love for cooking. 

Grace Su | Optical consultant

You will find Grace at Eyes of Howick when she is not busy studying for her Bachelor of Optometry at the UNiversity of Auckland Grace has a lovely calm and patient manner putting every client at ease. She is an expert Frame Stylist and is a real asset in the dispensing process as she can call on her cutting edge optical knowledge.

Grace is particularly enjoying her Silhouette rimless eyewear at the moment, although, we think she looks fabulous in many styles!