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.
Find out moreThe 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 […]
DRT NSW NTH- Trim & Cut Fell trees, Maintain Chainsaws and Pole saw - 6th - 7th April 2024 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th April 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or […]
Chainsaw - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - FWPCOT2274 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: 1189 Banks Creek Rd, Banks Creek, QLD DATE: Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th of April 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 - 1600 (both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx 4 hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw: Fell Trees Manually (basic) - FWPCOT2274 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Somerset Drive, Mossman QLD- Camping available at Creeks Edge Park, Odonoghue Road Mossman- $40 per car per night, powered site. DATE: Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th of April 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 - 1600 (both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER […]
Chainsaw Trim & Crosscut, Maintain Chainsaw and Pole Saw TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: The Veteran Transition Centre, 79 Hughes Road, Jarrahdale WA DATE: Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th April 2024 TIMINGS: 0800-1600 on both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: TBC
DRT SA - TCA Provide First Aid & CPR 14 APR 2024 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Albury RSL subbranch DATE: Sunday, 14th April 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1400 - CPR Only: 0900 - 1030 (Couple hours only) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = First Aid […]
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 […]
DRT NSW NTH- Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - Sat 27th - Sun 28th April 2024 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Taree DATE: Sat 27th - Sun 28th April 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 - 1600 (both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Provide Advanced First Aid - HLTAID014 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: DRA National Operations Centre - 3A / 441 Nudgee Road, Hendra, QLD, 4011 DATE: Saturday 27th April 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 7 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
4WD Certification: - Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads - FWPCOT3325 - Recover four wheel drive vehicle - FWPCOT3326 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads + FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicleCOURSE PROVIDER: Emergency AustraliaLOCATION: (TBC)DATE: Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th April 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 Both DaysONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx.MUSTER […]
Chainsaw: - 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 Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) 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 DATE: Saturday 04th - Sunday 05th May 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1600 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.
