Deaf Services Queensland is the primary provider of Australian Sign Language Interpreters (Auslan) in Queensland. Our team of interpreters are accredited by the Australian body of Interpreters and Translators (NAATI – National Accredited Authority of Translators and Interpreters) and have extensive experience in Auslan interpreting. Our guarantee is a quality service that you receive with accurate communication of information from Auslan to English and from English to Auslan.
Our team of interpreters attend appointments in all facets of life and all places across Queensland to facilitate communication and act as a conduit between the deaf and hearing individuals.
As the demand for accredited Auslan Interpreters is high, it is recommended that you book with our service as soon as the need arises.
Booking an interpreter is a simple process and can be done
or assisted by our booking officer on 07 3892 8500 or tty: 07 3892 8501
Every attempt to supply the interpreter of your preference will be made. This depends on availability at the time of booking.
Bookings of 2 hours or more duration will, in most instances, necessitate two (2) interpreters to be allocated to the appointment.
Please be specific when providing information regarding the nature of the appointment as every little bit of information regarding the location and nature of the appointment will help us point the interpreter in the right direction.
Please remember to book early to avoid disappointment.
If you require an interpreter within 48 hours of the appointment, every endeavour to complete the request will be made.
Cancellation Policy
Bookings cancelled prior to 48 hours (business days) will incur a $30 fee.
Bookings cancelled 24 – 48 business hours before the time of the appointment will incur half the fee quoted to be invoiced to you.
Bookings cancelled less that 24 business hours (Mon – Fri) before the appointment will incur the full fee invoiced to you.
Interpreting Rates
Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 6.00pm
A : Charge Rate
$100.00 per hour – Minimum 2 hours or part thereof
C : CBD Parking
$35 (Flat fee)
After Hours and Weekends
B : Charge Rate
$145.00 per hour – Minimum 2 hours or part thereof
