Meet The Team
Tara Di Marco
they/themTeam Leader
Full time
NAATI accredited Certified Provisional Interpreter
Hearing
Adam Garner
he/himLanguage Services Coordinator
Monday - Thursday
Diploma of Auslan, studying Diploma of Interpreting
Hearing
Leon Murphy
they/themLanguage Services Coordinator
Monday, Tuesday, every second Wednesday
Diploma of Auslan
Hearing
Nandhini Tamilchelvan
she/herLanguage Services Coordinator
Full time
Hearing
Tracy Wiegard
she/herInternal Access Coordinator
Full Time
Deaf
Kate Regan
she/herLanguage Access Coordinator - Education
Monday - Thursday
Diploma of Auslan
Deaf
Our Interpreters
Alex Notsis - (Vic)
Certified Interpreter| Alex is a full-time staff interpreter and has been since he first qualified in 2020, then attaining his NAATI CI in 2023. Alex entered the community via his Deaf partner and quickly found his passion for interpreting. He enjoys working in a multitude of settings including medical, conference, media, Deafblind and international/migrants. |
Ali Dowl - (Tas)
Certified Interpreter| Ali has worked as an Interpreter for over 24 years. First introduced to signing and Deaf culture in Ireland, she went on to study Auslan and Interpreting in Melbourne. Ali later returned to her home town of Hobart where she is currently based. She enjoys a wide variety of work – some highlights include the Melbourne Deaflympics, and being part of Tasmania’s EMIT Media Interpreting Team. |
Blake Breeland-Clencie - (Vic)
Certified Provisional Interpreter| Blake started interpreting in 2022, beginning as an intern specialising in TAFE/tertiary education interpreting. He has since worked in many different sectors including, medical, employment, and Deafblind. With additional passion for topics such as sport, history and science he enjoys working in many diverse and challenging assignments. Blake loves working with the Deaf community as an interpreter and adapting to different environments every day. |
Elissa Harris - (Vic)
Certified Provisional Interpreter| Elissa began her interpreting journey as soon as she could! Receiving her NAATI Qualification in 2023 was a monumental occasion for Elissa after working in the deaf community for over 12 years- previously working for Senswide- a Disability Employment Service under Expression Australia. Elissa is enjoying the variety of interpreting in different sectors including medical, employment, social and is enjoying the opportunity to work in a diverse and dynamic team of staff interpreters. With many additional passions and interests of topics such as health and wellbeing, sport and spending time in nature she recognises the importance of self-care and strives to bring her best self to work each day. Elissa is excited to continue to work in the Deaf community as an interpreter |
Joyce Clifford - (Tas)
Certified Interpreter| Joyce started interpreting in the 90’s. These were the days when Deaf people or interpreters would bring people into the fold and we learnt on our feet and from each other. Joyce has 3 family members who are Deaf. She loves working with the Deaf community, enjoys working in the many diverse settings where interpreters are required and loves to see Deaf people have access to what they would like in their lives. |
Keiron Wood - (Vic)
Certified Provisional Interpreter| Keiron has years of experience interpreting in community and medical settings, education and training and with families. Her knowledge extends to women’s health and family drug and alcohol support. She is accustomed to working with DI’s, using tactile Auslan and Deafblind fingerspelling. Keiron also enjoys working in the sporting sector. |
Kelly Ah Kuoi - (Vic)
Certified Interpreter| Kelly has been interpreting for 14 years, 12 years at CI level. After acquiring Auslan during primary school from her Deaf friends, and from her cousin, Kelly decided to pursue interpreting as a career after high school. Her knowledge and experience extends across all settings; community, mental health, legal, medical and diverse multicultural settings. Kelly acknowledges the privilege of working alongside Deaf people in various settings and enjoys when the goals of communication are met. When not interpreting, she is busy with her children and their various sport and cultural activities. |
Keshia Robinson - (WA)
Certified Provisional Interpreter| Keshia is a CPI Auslan Interpreter who is based in Waikiki, on the south coast of WA. She has a passion for interpreting that was instilled in her from the age of 9 and dreamt of becoming an interpreter, and the long awaited dream finally became reality for her in 2021. Keshia is well known for her bubbly and vibrant personality among the community. Prior to certifying, Keshia was trained as a Chef. So, to keep things fresh, She enjoys working most in community based settings. Because you know what they say, variety is the spice of life! |
Laura Quinnell - (Vic)
Certified Interpreter| Laura is a proud CODA and certified interpreter. Starting her career in 2019, she has significant experience working in employment settings, particularly as a dedicated interpreter with Deaf professionals. She also has experience and interest working in medical, education and legal settings. Laura thrives on the variety and challenges of interpreting and loves that the role allows her to foster inclusivity, one of her core values. |
Linda D'Ornay - (Vic)
Certified Interpreter| Linda has been interpreting for 30 years, she has worked in all sectors of interpreting but holds a special interest in forensics and mental health. She is completing double degrees in Psychology and Criminology. Linda has presented at World Federation of the Deaf Congress in Turkey which was a career highlight. |
Luke Eastman - (WA)
Certified Interpreter| Luke is a Perth-based CODA with 5 years of professional experience (Just over 1 year as a CI.) Luke’s interpreting experience ranges across theatre, events, business meetings, education, medical settings, and more. He enjoys working across various media contexts, live events, training programs and outdoor nature/culture tours. |
Mac Gordon - (Vic)
Certified Provisional Interpreter| Mac started interpreting part time in 2017, and in 2018 left their public transport job to focus full time on interpreting. They interpret in medical, workplace, education, and committee settings, and are experienced at Deafblind interpreting. They have a science degree majoring in earth science and love being out in the bush. Their favourite part of interpreting is learning something new every day. |
Mark Quinn - (Vic)
Certified Conference Interpreter| Mark started his professional interpreting career in 1995. He is an OHCODA (Only Hearing CODA), having a Deaf Grandfather, parents and one brother. Mark enjoys working in the fields of Deaf professionals, Conference, Legal, and Media to name a few. He completed the Post Grad Dip at Macquarie University back in 2011. In his spare time, he enjoys the challenge of undertaking video analysis of interpreting work and providing feedback, contributing to capacity building in the interpreting industry. Mark has attended 5 x Deaflympics (so far) in his life. Outside of work he finds pleasure in gardening, bike riding and swimming, travel. Mark has dedicated himself as a career interpreter, contributing to communication accessibility is rewarding for him. Making society more accessible for everyone. |
Neil Phipps - (Vic)
Certified Interpreter| Neil first qualified in Sydney in '08, mainly working in education & arts. In 2011 he moved to London, working for a Deaf TV / Video production company, and enjoyed travelling around Europe. Returning to Oz in' 14, he then 'terped for the Human Rights Commission, Opera Australia and the LGBT+ community. He moved to VIC in '19, completed the post grad MQ Uni course, and is now the Vic/Tas Chair of ASLITA. |
Sarah Field - (Vic)
Certified Interpreter| Sarah is a CI qualified interpreter and works in a wide variety of settings. What she enjoys most about her job is being able to represent Deaf people for who they are using appropriate word choices and tone. Reflecting the character and personality of the people she works for is the reason she is an interpreter. Sarah’s previous academic achievements are within the art sector which is why there is always a special place in her heart for supporting Deaf artists achieve their goals. |
Sarah Howell - (Vic)
Certified InterpreterSarah is a CODA and has been interpreting since 1999, certified in 2004. She has a Post-graduate Diploma in Auslan - English Interpreting from Macquarie University. Sarah has extensive experience interpreting in corporate settings, on boards and committees. Her expertise extends to disability policy, human rights frameworks and legal settings. Sarah enjoys working in her interest areas of fine arts and literature. |
Teale Cullen - (Vic)
Certified Conference Interpreter| Teale Cullen began interpreting in 2014 and achieved NAATI Certified Conference Interpreter (English into Auslan) certification in 2024. She holds a Master’s in Translation and Interpreting Studies from Macquarie University. Now based in regional Victoria, she works primarily via VRI while also supporting local communities. Passionate about peer mentoring and interpreter training, Teale enjoys working in various settings, with a particular focus on supporting women, families, and children |
Caitlin McGowan - (Vic)
Certified Provisional InterpreterCaitlin began her interpreting journey as an Intern with Expression Australia in 2023. She became a NAATI Certified Interpreter in 2024 and has since worked across a range of sectors, including: Education, Medical, and Employment. As a woman of colour, she is particularly passionate about working in women's health and within BIPOC communities, with cultural safety being a central value in her practice.
Gavin Doyle-Bates
Certified Provisional Interpreter| Gavin is a proud CODA who became a qualified interpreter soon after studying at RMIT in 2023. He has several Deaf relatives who have instilled in him a strong sense of cultural pride, passion, and perseverance. Gavin particularly enjoys working within the tertiary education, community, and employment sectors. He feels eternally indebted to the community that has graced him with the rich Deaf culture and the wonderful language of Auslan. He wishes to work as an interpreter for the rest of his life. |