Interpreter Directory
The Directory lists all full (ordinary) members of SLIANZ. Ordinary members hold a recognised sign language interpreting qualification from New Zealand or another accrediting body recognised by SLIANZ. Ordinary members agree to abide by the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.
Apart from members’ name, region, qualification and year of qualification, listings in the Directory are edited by members themselves. SLIANZ is not responsible for the content members choose to include.
If you wish to book an interpreter you can contact individual members using the information they have provided.
You could also contact one of the following agencies, which are listed in no particular order.
iSign – http://www.isign.co.nz/
Connect Interpreting – http://www.connectinterpreting.co.nz/
Wordsworth Interpreting – http://www.wordsworth.nz/
Please note that these links are provided for the convenience of users. They do not imply any endorsement of any these organisations or their services.
IMPORTANT – COVID-19 UPDATE
During the lockdown period, face-to-face interpreting will continue to be provided as an essential service where necessary. Video interpreting may be offered as an alternative wherever possible. Please read this update from Deaf Aotearoa and the above agencies about arrangements.
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Brydee Strang-Town/City DunedinRegion OtagoInterpreting Qualification Diploma in Sign Language InterpretingYear of Qualification 2010Cassandra Clee-Town/City AucklandRegion AucklandWilling to travel to AucklandInterpreting Qualification Bachelor of Arts (NZSL-English Interpreting)Year of Qualification 2019Working Languages NZSL,EnglishSLIANZ PD Points Achieved YesSLIANZ teina YesCatherine Bloomfield-Town/City CartertonRegion WellingtonWilling to travel to Bay of Plenty,Hawkes Bay,Gisborne,Taranaki,Wellington,CanterburyInterpreting Qualification Diploma in Sign Language InterpretingYear of Qualification 2009Working Languages NZSL,EnglishCheryl Astley-Town/City AucklandRegion AucklandWilling to travel to Auckland,WellingtonInterpreting Qualification Bachelor of Arts (NZSL-English Interpreting)Year of Qualification 2018Working Languages NZSL,EnglishOther Relevant Qualifications BA in Linguistics and Modern Language StudiesSLIANZ PD Points Achieved YesSLIANZ teina YesOther Spoken Languages Mandarin (some)Courtney O'Brien-Town/City ChristchurchRegion CanterburyInterpreting Qualification Bachelor of Arts (NZSL-English Interpreting)Year of Qualification 2020Working Languages NZSL,EnglishSLIANZ teina YesDale Thomas-Town/City AucklandRegion AucklandInterpreting Qualification Bachelor of Arts (NZSL-English Interpreting)Year of Qualification 2016Working Languages NZSL,EnglishSLIANZ teina YesDaniella Hadfield-Town/City AucklandRegion AucklandWilling to travel to Auckland,WaikatoInterpreting Qualification Bachelor of Arts (NZSL-English Interpreting)Year of Qualification 2019Working Languages NZSL,EnglishSLIANZ PD Points Achieved YesSLIANZ teina YesAlternative Name DannyDeborah Lynch-Town/City WaikatoRegion WaikatoWilling to travel to Northland,Auckland,Waikato,Bay of Plenty,Hawkes Bay,Gisborne,Taranaki,Wellington,Tasman,Nelson,Marlborough,West Coast,Canterbury,Otago,SouthlandInterpreting Qualification Diploma in Sign Language InterpretingYear of Qualification 2000Working Languages NZSL,EnglishContact Details deborah.nzslinterpreter@gmail.comSLIANZ Tuakana YesDiane Goodall-Town/City WaitakereRegion AucklandInterpreting Qualification Diploma in Sign Language InterpretingYear of Qualification 1997