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Auslan90: Australia’s first daily news for the Deaf community

Staying informed about what's going on in the world is something most of us take for granted.
But until now – one group of Australians has been excluded from accessing the news in their first language.

In 2024, Deaf Connect and the Deaf Lottery, in partnership with SBS News and the Federal Department of Social Services, launched ‘Auslan90’—Australia’s first daily Auslan news service. It delivers 90-second video updates with Auslan translations of top stories, plus weekly deep dives on key issues, which are specifically tailored to meet the needs of a Deaf audience.

Not only does Auslan90 deliver news, but we’ve also ensured that each story is carefully curated by a Deaf team of certified Auslan translators, content creators and presenters.

The lack of Auslan accessibility in the media has been a long-standing challenge for the Deaf community.

By making sure that Deaf Australians can access important stories and current affairs just like everyone else – we’re aiming to make Australian media more inclusive for all.

Our mentors are Deaf adults with specialised training in early childhood development. They are matched with families and focus on first language acquisition, behaviours, social skills, and culture.

These critical skills form responsive parent-child relationships which are not just essential for brain development but for developing positive relationships as the deaf child navigates the world.