Now taking EOIs to deploy on Operation Locke. Find out more.
Now taking EOIs to deploy on Operation Locke. Find out more.

Serving Australia in Disaster Preparedness, Relief and Recovery

Disaster recovery is rewarding work. Be it flood, bushfire, cyclone or pandemic, Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) is here to help. With our army of dedicated volunteers, we respond to disasters and deliver support to those in need.

What we do

DRA unites the skills and experience of veterans and other dedicated volunteers to help communities prepare for and recover from disasters. We bring hope to those in need and help people during some of their toughest days, so they can move towards brighter ones.

 

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If you’re the person who wants to volunteer, then you’re the person who wants to work and help others. I feel that I belong to a great group of people that just want to get it done!

David Nicolson Read their story
Rebecca Talbot

The footage of the fires was heartbreaking. I wanted to give my time to support the community recover and rebuild… It feels good to know that I can be part of helping.

Rebecca Talbot Read their story
Davina Pye

The feeling of being able to help somebody and making their worst day that little bit better is what I live for. I love doing this. It is a part of my life that I didn’t know I needed until now.

Davina Pye Read their story

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Deploying with DRA and supporting disaster affected communities is rewarding beyond measure. Through volunteering, corporate partnerships, financial donations or working with us, there are many ways to make a positive contribution and become a force for good.

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About us

Founded in 2016 to respond swiftly to disasters, Disaster Relief Australia has deployed hundreds of volunteers across the globe to deliver relief to communities in need.

DRA is proud to have been awarded the 2023 Australian Charity of the Year. The Award recognises DRA’s unique capability and capacity to help communities prepare for future disaster events.

 

 

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Our impact

Since 2016, Disaster Relief Australia has grown to an Australia-wide movement with more than 5,000 volunteers and ten local Disaster Relief and Recovery Teams. Our unique capability has deployed us globally to provide the greatest service, relief and impact to disaster affected communities.

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Local projects 144+

Disaster recovery operations and community projects conducted

Calendar 39k+

Days spent in the field

Volunteers deployed (1) 5,500

Volunteers to assist with disaster preparedness, relief and recovery

Disaster Relief Team (1) 10

Disaster Relief and Recovery Teams Nationwide

What we do

Local Disaster Relief Teams

DRA has 10 equipped and operational Disaster Relief and Recovery Teams (DRRTs) in all states and territories. Harnessing the skills of veterans, emergency services personnel and motivated civilians from within and around each area, we bring a unique capability to the field. Our DRRTs are integrated into local, state and national disaster management plans and participate in forums, preparation activities and emergency management exercises.

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