Type and Listen

If you have difficulty speaking or communicating but can hear adequately, this call option could be useful for you.

It is also known as "hearing carry-over".

How it works

You type your side of the conversation into your TTY and the relay officer reads it aloud to the person you are calling. You can then listen to the other person's reply directly on your phone.

Equipment needed

TTY (also known as teletypewriter or textphone)

Make a call

Local & interstate	133 677
1800 toll free:	1800 555 677
Premium & overseas	First get an account Then dial 133 677
Calling someone with a speech impairment using an ordinary phone or mobile	133 677

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Troubleshooting

Contact the Helpdesk: Mon-Fri 9-5, Sydney time
Voice:	1800 555 660
TTY:	1800 555 630
SMS:	0416 001 350
Fax:	1800 555 690
Email:	helpdesk

VIDEO How to make a Type and Listen call
What is a Type and Listen call? How does it work? See this demo.
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Type and Listen calls
A4 factsheet. If you can hear but can't use your voice, Type and Listen calls are your best option. Read more about using the NRS to make Type and Listen calls.
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