DRA 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 moreDisaster 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 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.
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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.
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Find out moreDisaster Relief AustraliaDisaster Relief Australia | April 2022
Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) is underway with a large disaster relief operation in response to the catastrophic flooding of Queensland and New South Wales. DRA members and volunteers initially worked alongside locals from the Moreton Bay region in QLD and have since set up a forward operating base in Coraki, NSW just a short drive from Lismore.
In just a few weeks, over 590 volunteers have deployed, completing 411 jobs over 16,520 hours. That represents $773K community costs saved! 378 of the volunteers were Australians answering the call to serve their community. Led in the field by DRA volunteers, our newest volunteers got dirty and dug deep to bring hands-on help where it was needed most.
Operation Joynt is named for Melbourne born William Donovan Joynt. For his ‘most conspicuous bravery’ he won the Victoria Cross.
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