Interpreting and Translation Services

Professional interpreting and translation services help ensure that everyone can access information and services regardless of the language they speak. Many government agencies, health services, community organisations and service providers can access these services free of charge for their clients. Translation services are available in a wide range of community languages, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.

TIS National

Website: https://www.tisnational.gov.au
Telephone: 131 450

Provides telephone interpreters in more than 150 languages. Free interpreting is available through many government agencies, health services, GPs and eligible service providers, including aged care organisations.

Aged Care Translation Service

Website: https://www.diversityagedcare.health.gov.au
Telephone: 1800 271 034
Email:

Provides free translation of aged care information and resources for eligible organisations.

Aboriginal Interpreter Service (AIS)

Website: https://nt.gov.au/community/interpreting-and-translating-services/aboriginal-interpreter-service
Telephone: 1800 334 944
Email:

Provides professional interpreters for Aboriginal languages spoken throughout the Northern Territory.

Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT)

Website: https://itsnt.nt.gov.au
Telephone: (08) 8999 8506 or 1800 676 254
Email:

Provides interpreting and translation services across the Northern Territory.

Deaf Connect

Website: https://deafconnect.org.au
Telephone: 1800 893 855

Provides Auslan interpreting and support services for Deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing people.

National Relay Service (NRS)

Website: https://www.accesshub.gov.au/about-the-nrs
Telephone: 1800 555 660
Email:

A free service that assists people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind or have a speech communication difficulty to make and receive phone calls.

 Tip: If you need an interpreter, ask the organisation you are dealing to arrange one for you.

Page updated June 2026