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 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.
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 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.
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DRT TAS - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - Sat 2nd - Sun 3rd March 2024 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Lachlan, TAS 7140 DATE: Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd March 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 - 1600 (both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = E-Learning MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate) - FWPCOT3347 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3347 - Fell trees manually (intermediate) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Friday 08th - Saturday 09th March 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 - 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: TBC MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
The unique Big Map session is an opportunity to combine local knowledge with DRA’s disaster management expertise and explore and identify ways in which to better prepare for and mitigate the impact of future flood events. At the event, key stakeholders, emergency services, and local government representatives will have the opportunity to see their community […]
Disaster Relief Australia understands that the best way for a community to manage and take ownership of its post disaster recovery is to ensure that community is heard, valued, and educated before that disaster occurs. For the DRA team, community led discussions and forums, such as a Big Map session, are second nature We do […]
First Aid & CPR TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Southeast Qld - TBC DATE: Wednesday 13th of March 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1400 - CPR Only: 0900 - 1030 (Couple hours only) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = First Aid = 4 hours Approx. - CPR […]
DRT NSW STH - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - Thurs 14th - Fri 15th March 2024 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC - within NSW South DRT DATE: Thursday 14th & Friday 15th March 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
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 16th – Sunday 17th of March 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1600 (Both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 6 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw Trim & Crosscut, Maintain Chainsaw & Pole Saw TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC (Townsville Area) DATE: Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th of March 2024 (Must attend both days) TIMINGS: 0800-1600 on both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: TBC
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: TBC DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 23-24 March 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 Both Days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
