Improving access to interpreter services

As a health professional in palliative care, you are likely to require interpreter and translation services to facilitate clear communication about care needs and service provision. Here are some services that are available throughout Australia to assist you.

For everyone

The Australian Government offers a fee paying and free translation and interpreting service. Visit the website to book a phone interpreter or an on-site interpreter.

Agencies must apply for a client code to register for Australian Government Translation and Interpreting Service (TIS). Visit the website to register.

Translating and Interpreting Services (TIS National)

Translating and Interpreting Services

Cultural and linguistically diverse people

The Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing has bilingual phrase cards and communication cards on daily activities and situations to help with clarifying clients’ needs and more.

Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing

Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing

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Last updated 01 March 2026