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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TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees & FWPCOT3301 Trim tree using a Polesaw COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Perth Gnangara State Forest DATE: Saturday 21st to Sunday 22nd February 2026 TIMINGS: Full Trim & Cut Course: 0800 – 1600, Both days Polesaw Only: 0800 - 1600, Second day ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~9 hours […]
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees & FWPCOT3301 Trim tree using a Polesaw COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: South Coast (Exact location TBC) DATE: Saturday 21st to Sunday 22nd February 2026 TIMINGS: Full Trim & Cut Course: 0800 – 1600, Both days Polesaw Only: 0800 - 1600, Second day ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~9 […]
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3350 - Fell trees manually (Intermediate) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION:86 Verral Road, Hope Forest DATE: Saturday 28th February to Sunday 1st March 2026 TIMINGS: Full Felling Course: 0800 - 1600, both days ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~3 hours PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster and have a Tetanus vaccine up to […]
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees & FWPCOT3301 Trim tree using a Polesaw COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: 11 Stennings Road, Wynyard DATE: Saturday 28th February to Sunday 1st March 2026 TIMINGS: Full Trim & Cut Course: 0800 – 1600, Both days Polesaw Only: 0800 - 1600, Second day ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~9 […]
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.
