Government translation services in Australia

Government departments and agencies need a reliable, experienced and trusted translation provider. Ethnolink has been providing high-quality translation services in over 150 languages to federal, state and local government agencies since 2011. Better yet, we’re also an approved supplier on multiple government panels.

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Our approach

Ethnolink is Australia’s largest multicultural communications agency, delivering end-to-end research, communications, translation, and engagement services for all levels of government nationwide. From early-stage research and community consultation to multilingual campaign development and nationwide delivery, we support departments and agencies to connect effectively with multicultural communities across Australia. We translate written documents, audio recordings, and video content in all languages and across all sectors.

Our services are delivered through a national network of over 1,000 multicultural specialists — including translators, interpreters, community consultants, researchers, project managers, and creative professionals. We operate under ISO-certified processes and engage NAATI Certified translators where required. With the scale, expertise, and cultural insight to deliver at pace, we ensure every project meets the highest standard — on time and on budget.

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Our clients

What we do

We collaborate with you to deeply understand your audience, craft targeted strategies, create and translate compelling content, and ensure it’s tested and delivered through the channels that matter most to your community.

Our Services

Our solutions

We offer a range of accurate, reliable translation services tailored to government departments and agencies. From NAATI Certified documents to culturally nuanced corporate communications, every project is delivered with care—so you can engage with your clients in their preferred language. Our translation services offer trusted support, fair pricing, and high-quality translations—delivered on time.

We're government translation experts

We've been working on multicultural communications campaigns for government departments and agencies since 2011. We understand your requirements and have documented systems and processes to help us to deliver high-quality, fit-for-purpose translations, each and every time. You expect translations of the highest standard and that's exactly what we deliver. Our translation services are aligned with the Australian Government Language Services Guidelines. And better yet, did you know we even offer complimentary language and cultural advice on each and every project?
Translation services in over 150 languages

Australia is blessed with rich cultural diversity. In fact, 21% of Australians speak a language other than English at home. Government departments regularly need to translate important information for vulnerable communities who speak 'rare and emerging' languages, which may feel overwhelming. That's why our translation services are available in 150 languages, to and from English. You can be confident that we can help you translate important government assets into the languages spoken in the Australian community. Whatever language you need, simply ask us.
Australian-based NAATI certified translators

NAATI is the credentialing authority for translators and interpreters in Australia. We work with experienced and professional Australian-based NAATI certified translators to ensure that the quality of the translations you receive exceed your expectations - every time. We screen all of our translators to ensure that they have native proficiency in the target language, and that they have the experience and subject-matter expertise to ensure your translations are up to scratch.
We can translate any document — written, video & audio

Whether you need to translate a factsheet or brochure for the community, social media assets for a digital campaign, or parliamentary reports, our team can help. No matter the type of document that you need translated, we can deliver it for you in any format, and in any language. We can even produce multilingual video and audio content for you. Get in touch to discover how we can assist you with communicating with Australia's culturally diverse community.