Face-to-Face Interpreting

In-person Auslan support for clear, direct communication.

Our qualified interpreters attend appointments, events, or meetings in person to provide real-time Auslan-English interpreting between Deaf and hearing participants.

 

Face-to-face interpreting is ideal for settings where a physical presence makes communication smoother such as medical appointments, education, legal consultations, community events, interviews, or workplace meetings. It allows interpreters to read visual cues and body language more easily, helping ensure everyone is fully understood.

 

We seek to match each booking with an interpreter experienced in your context whether it’s a one-on-one setting or a large group. This service is commonly used by NDIS participants, government agencies, health professionals, and organisations seeking inclusive, accessible communication.

 

If you require an Auslan interpreter to attend on-site, we can help. Its best to plan ahead, however we will do our best to support you with short notice bookings.

Services Fees

All are minimum booking fees

Face-to-face

$260*

Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)

$195*

Minimum booking duration: 1.5 hours

*GST will be charged in addition to the above fee for fee-for-service and EAF bookings. NDIS interpreting services are GST free.

Qualified, Trusted, and
Community-Focused Interpreters

Sweeney Interpreting has over 198 interpreters.

We provide interpreting for:

  • Businesses and organisations (fee-for-service)
  • NDIS (NDIA, plan and self-managed participants)
  • JobAccess EAF

NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) All our interpreters have NAATI credentials. NAATI is a government appointed authority that is responsible for setting, maintaining and promoting high professional standards for the Translating and Interpreting sector.

Professional Development: We encourage our interpreters to undertake professional development events throughout the year. We believe this is a good way for interpreters to keep up to date on best interpreting practices to work with our customers.

Code of Ethics All of our interpreters are bound by the ASLITA Code of Ethics. To view the Code of Ethics, click here.

ASLITA ( Australian Sign Language Interpreters and Translators Association) We encourage our interpreters to be members of ASLITA. ASLITA is a not-for-profit body and is the national peak organisation representing the interests of Auslan/ English Interpreters and Deaf Interpreters in Australia.

Insurances All our interpreters are covered by:

  • Public Liability Insurance
  • Professional Indemnity Insurance
  • Workers Compensation Insurance
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