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.
Learn moreDRA brings hope to communities devastated by disaster. We unite the skills and experience of military veterans, emergency responders and motivated civilians to deploy Disaster Relief Teams around Australia and the world. We help people during some of their worst days.
Learn moreVolunteers are the cornerstone of Disaster Relief Australia’s operations. With more than 3,000 members nationwide, our veteran-led tribe serves communities before, during and after natural disasters strike to strengthen resilience and deliver much needed relief and recovery services.
Learn moreNews and stories are the heartbeat of our mission. Discover the inspiring narratives of our dedicated volunteers and resilient communities we stand by. These stories vividly depict the impact of our work, showcase the power of compassion and unity and remind us that we can make a difference together.
Learn moreDeploying 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.
Find out moreThere are many ways to make a positive contribution and bring hope to others. As a not-for-profit community cause, Disaster Relief Australia exists through the combined generosity of volunteers, donors, corporate partners and fundraisers.
Find out moreAccess information about valuable courses, upcoming dates and application instructions to support your volunteering journey.
Our specifically selected training enhances your skills and fosters personal growth to ensure your preparedness and development.
Go to DRA’s Training PortalChainsaw: - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - FWPCOT2274 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Scotts Creek, SA DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 4-5 May 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 […]
Chainsaw Trim & Crosscut, Maintain Chainsaw & Pole Saw TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 04th - Sunday 05th May […]
DRT ACT – First Aid & CPR– 11th May 2024 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 11th May 2024 […]
Remote First Aid: Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site - HLTAID013 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID013 - Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 25th […]
Chainsaw Trim & Cross Cut, Maintain Chainsaw and Pole saw TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: 131 Hartwig Road, Mothar Mountain, […]
First Aid & CPR: - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID009 - Provide first aid - HLTAID011 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationCOURSE PROVIDER: Emergency AustraliaLOCATION: 1 […]
Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site - HLTAID013 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID013 - Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: (TBC) DATE: Saturday 18th - Sunday 19th May […]
Chainsaw: - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - FWPCOT2274 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Ellenbrook 6069 DATE: Friday 24th - Saturday 25th of May 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 […]
DRT VIC- Trim & Cut Fell trees, Maintain Chainsaws and Pole saw - 25th - 26th May2024 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency […]
Operational Skills Weekend: - Chainsaw Cut Camp TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Weekend (OSW) - Cutting Camp COURSE PROVIDER: Disaster Relief Team SA LOCATION: Mylor, SA DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 25-26 May […]
DRT TAS– First Aid & CPR– 26th May 2024 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Sunday 26th May 2024 TIMINGS: […]
DRT ACT - Trim & Cut Fell trees, Maintain Chainsaws and Pole saw - 17th-18th Feb 2024 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees FWPCOT3301 Trim […]
Chainsaw: - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - FWPCOT2274 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: (TBC) DATE: Saturday 01st - Sunday 02nd June 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 […]
Our new member recognition program was launched in June 2021. Called the ‘Spirit Awards’, our newest recognition initiative appreciates the…
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