Now taking EOIs to deploy on Operation Locke. Find out more.
Now taking EOIs to deploy on Operation Locke. Find out more.

Stories

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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Community stories

Thank you DRA – Michael Old

Disaster Relief Australia July 2025

My husband and I are so grateful and so encouraged. We can pick ourselves up, we can keep going.

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News

Statement Regarding Australian Disaster Recovery Organisation

Disaster Relief Australia June 2025

Disaster Relief Australia is currently active in flood affected areas of the NSW Mid North Coast under the official coordination…

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Member Reflections

Connecting Communities

Disaster Relief Australia May 2025

Phil Steers joined Disaster Relief Australia in 2021 after seeing a news story on TV which sparked interest. A member…

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News, Partners

Disaster Relief Australia Teams up with

Disaster Relief Australia April 2025

Disaster Relief Australia has joined the AFL as a charity partner alongside Headspace and FightMND.  Building on an existing friendship…

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Corporate Volunteering, News

NAB Foundation continues support for Disaster

Disaster Relief Australia April 2025

Disaster Relief Australia’s corporate and community volunteering programs will continue to grow thanks to ongoing support from partner NAB Foundation. …

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Member Reflections

Boots on the ground

Disaster Relief Australia April 2025

Only 12 months on from becoming a volunteer at Disaster Relief Australia (DRA), Coleen Denne is impressed at how regularly…

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Community stories

A Heartfelt Message for Disaster Relief

Disaster Relief Australia March 2025

My husband and I are so grateful and so encouraged. We can pick ourselves up, we can keep going.

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News, Volunteer

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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