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News 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.

Media Release

Funding secured for our continued growth

Disaster Relief Australia | July 2023

Disaster Relief Australia will launch flood recovery Operation Riordan on 13th August 2022 to help Northern Rivers residents recover from continual catastrophic flooding. The operation will focus on home and property repairs aiming to get the community safe, secure, and warm. 

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Safe Volunteering: Don’t Forget Your Tetanus

bridgetteali January 2025

At Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) the health and safety of volunteers is as important as the health and safety of…

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Keno, News, Partners

Keno supports Disaster Relief Australia for

Disaster Relief Australia July 2024

  Unprecedented and unpredictable, the epitome of disasters: Keno supports Disaster Relief Australia for the fifth Year in a row…

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Media Release, News, News & media

Disaster Relief Australia appoints new Chief

Disaster Relief Australia May 2024

Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) has appointed David Smith AM, CSC, DSM, as its new Chief Executive Officer effective 1 July…

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Awards, News, News & media, Volunteer

DRA wins 2023 Australian Charity of

Disaster Relief Australia October 2023

Disaster Relief Australia has claimed the 2023 crown as Australian Charity of the Year. DRA received the top honour via…

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Volunteer

DRA wins Australian Charity Award for

Disaster Relief Australia January 2023

We are excited to announce that Disaster Relief Australia has been recognised for an Outstanding Achievement in The Australian Charity…

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Volunteer

Lismore resident and owner of the

Disaster Relief Australia December 2022

With lessons learned from 2017, Debra thought the upstairs of her store was well protected against rising waters. She was…

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Volunteer

Thank You… end of year message

Disaster Relief Australia December 2022

To say 2022 was exceptional is an understatement.  Australia has faced challenges and disruptions on a significant and unseen scale.   …

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Media Release, News

Funding secured for our continued growth

Disaster Relief Australia December 2022

Disaster Relief Australia will launch flood recovery Operation Riordan on 13th August 2022 to help Northern Rivers residents recover from…

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Operation Riordan News, Operations

Ellen Agnes Meline Riordan | The

Disaster Relief Australia August 2022

Operation Riordan is named for Ellen Agnes Meline Riordan, a courageous nurse who won seven medals during both World Wars.

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