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OPERATION JOYNT

In Response to: Severe Weather Event

Location: Dandenong Ranges VIC

Dates:  July 21 

Objective

DRA deployed in response to the severe weather events across the State of Victoria in June 2021. The target area for the rolling operation was the Dandenong Ranges, 50km from Melbourne’s CBD.

The Melbourne Disaster Relief Team (DRT) collaborated with Rotary – Emerald & District and their Dandenong Ranges task force called “Help the Hills” to assist recovery efforts to help affected veterans and their communities.

Tasking

  • Clearing of felled trees
  • Clearance of debris and material
  • Clearing near fences or buildings or near access routes
  • General clearance tasks on affected properties
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