Aslita Nsw/Act

06/08/2026

WE NEED YOU!!

The Sydney Deaf Festival on 29 August is coming up quickly, and we’re putting out a BIG call for volunteers. We’ve upgraded our volunteer sign‑up process, which means we’re asking everyone to register using the new form.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/t9s6uLp1EX

It only takes a minute, and it helps us stay organised and ready for the big days ahead. Thanks for your support. You make all the difference.

04/08/2026

Early career interpreters, are you free next Wednesday (12 August) evening? Come and join us for an insightful discussion around all things ANC!

Hey P-Platers!! Going to ANC this year?? Come along to our session about ANC. We have some of the ANC committee joining us to tell us all about it and answer any questions you throw at them.

Register here:
https://aslia.com.au/product/aslitaq-2026-p-platers-august/

25/07/2026

Unfortunately, we have to cancel the "Say What Now?!" workshop in Coffs Harbour due to low numbers. It’s disappointing, as delivering this session to regional interpreters was something we were genuinely committed to.

The low response is a clear sign that we need to revisit our approach, and we’re open to discussing what would be more valuable or accessible for interpreters in regional areas.

Refunds for registered participants will be issued shortly.

24/07/2026

📣 Northern Rivers & Mid North Coast interpreters: LAST CALL!
Registrations close tonight, and numbers are still low. If you’ve been meaning to sign up, now’s the moment before we have to cancel a workshop created directly from regional interpreters' feedback.

Say What Now?! Making Friends with A→E Interpreting
🗣️ Build your voicing confidence
👥 Work with David McQuiggin + Leah Brown
🎯 Practical, supportive, skill‑building PD

If two full days is tricky, we’re open to a hybrid option:
💻 Theory online Saturday 12:30–4:30pm
🤝 Practical voicing work face‑to‑face Sunday 9:30am–4:30pm in Coffs Harbour
Talk to us — we’ll help you make it work.

📅 1–2 August
💲 $65 for members
📍 Coffs Harbour Community Village
🔗 Register: https://aslia.com.au/event/say-what-now-making-friends-with-ae-interpreting-nsw-coffs-harbour/
⏰ Registrations close TONIGHT.

If you know someone who’d benefit, please share. This is the final chance.

23/07/2026

🎬 Recording Now Available!
Missed Lights, Camera, Action! Interpreting on Film and TV Sets?
You can now purchase the full event recording online!

👉 Access it here: https://aslia.com.au/product/recording-lights-camera-action-interpreting-on-film-and-tv-sets-nsw-act/
Member pricing applies.

21/07/2026

📣 Northern Rivers & Mid North Coast interpreters!

You’ve told us how important regional PD is, so we’re bringing a hands on Auslan→English interpreting workshop right to the most accessible midpoint for our communities: Coffs Harbour.

Say What Now?! Making Friends with A→E Interpreting 🗣️ Build your voicing confidence 👥 Work with David McQuiggin + Leah Brown 🎯 Practical, supportive, skill building PD.

Registrations are currently low, and we’d hate to cancel a workshop created directly from member feedback.

If two full days is tricky, we’re open to a hybrid option: 💻 Theory online Saturday 12:30-4:30pm 🤝 Practical voicing work face to face Sunday 9:30am-4:30pm in Coffs. Talk to us. Let's find a way.

📅 1–2 August 💲 $65 for members 📍 Coffs Harbour Community Village 🔗 Register: https://aslia.com.au/event/say-what-now-making-friends-with-ae-interpreting-nsw-coffs-harbour/ ⏰ Registrations close this Saturday, 25 July.

If you know someone who’d benefit, please spread the word!

19/07/2026

A reminder that the ASLITA Code of Ethics Survey closes Friday 31 July 2026!

ASLITA Interpreting Standards Committee is asking all Auslan interpreters and translators (Deaf & hearing) to share their experiences. The survey is completely anonymous and will help strengthen how our community uses the Code of Ethics in everyday work. Your feedback makes a difference!

Click here to complete the survey: https://us.list-manage.com/70ptoJT9FEa?e=29abc6333e&c2id=7751ee9c07f4f7bb104d4ec46453be71

Questions? Contact [email protected]

14/07/2026

🔥Regional interpreters, this one’s worth the drive. If you’re anywhere near the Mid North Coast, Northern Rivers, New England, or surrounds, this is a rare chance to get high‑quality, voicing‑focused PD without having to trek to Sydney or Brisbane.

A small‑group, Auslan-English interpreting workshop
- personalised coaching
- a genuinely safe, supportive space
- an expert facilitator
= the perfect chance to level up your interpreting skills without the pressure cooker.

And honestly? Make a weekend out of it.
Grab a colleague, book a cosy spot near the beach, enjoy the coast, grab dinner after the workshop, unwind, connect, and turn your PD into a mini getaway. You deserve that.

Saturday 1st August: Half day afternoon 12:30pm-4:30pm.
Sunday 2nd August: Full day 9:30am-4:30pm.

Spots are limited, so if you’ve been thinking about it, now’s the time to jump in.

🔗 aslia.com.au/event/say-what-now-making-friends-with-ae-interpreting-nsw-coffs-harbour/

11/07/2026

P-platers! Who wants to delve into the wonderful partnership between Deaf and hearing interpreters? Come and join the team for a great discussion on Wednesday evening!

Hey P-platers!!! Curious about working with Deaf Interpreters?? Come along to the next session with our very own DI - Danni!

Register here:
https://aslia.com.au/product/aslitaq-2026-p-platers-july/

03/07/2026

🎤 COFFS! — Are you ready to turn “Ahhh” into AMAZING?
Our much‑loved Auslan→English confidence workshop is heading your way!

Say What Now?! Making Friends with A→E Interpreting
📍 Coffs Harbour
📅 1–2 August 2026
💬 Facilitator: David McQuiggin, supported by Leah Brown
💸 Members: $65 | Non‑members: $130
🪪 NAATI Category B.2 — up to 40 points

Many interpreters feel nervous when voicing, even though English is often our everyday language. This one‑and‑a‑half‑day workshop is designed to shift that fear into confidence through practical, hands‑on language work.

You’ll:
• engage with authentic Auslan source texts
• analyse meaning and context
• explore English renderings for clarity and impact
• practise producing confident, intentional voice interpretations
• build vocabulary range to match tone, register, and client needs

Morning and afternoon tea provided — just BYO lunch and a secondary recording device.

🎧 Take your interpreting from mic‑check to mic‑drop.
🔗 Register now: https://aslia.com.au/event/say-what-now-making-friends-with-ae-interpreting-nsw-coffs-harbour/