All the Reward I Need, Veteran
Disaster Relief Australia
May 2022
A veteran friend suggested I look at Disaster Relief Australia when I was looking for an opportunity to give back…
Read articleOur volunteer stories shine a light on the motivations and dedication of those who share our vision. Their stories highlight the unwavering commitment of our volunteers to make a positive impact during operations, following a disaster. These are their voices.
Member Reflections, Veteran Reflection
Member Reflections, Operation Kelliher Reflection
Take a Leap, Volunteer, Alasdair McLachlan
Disaster Relief Australia
May 2022
I come from a military family. My father is an Officer in the Army Reserve and so I spent much…
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Member Reflections, Operation Kelliher Reflection
Use Any of Your Life Skills,
Disaster Relief Australia
May 2022
Everybody will be able to make a contribution in some way. They will bring their own life experiences and be…
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Member Reflections, Operation Kelliher Reflection, Operations, Veteran Reflection
Put My Skills to Use Helping
Disaster Relief Australia
May 2022
I was drawn to volunteer with Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) due to its focus on supporting veterans. After service in…
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Member Reflections, Operation Kelliher Reflection, Veteran Reflection
Passion to Give up Time for
Disaster Relief Australia
April 2022
I first heard about Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) by following the journey of another member who has been with DRA…
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Member Reflections, Operation Kelliher Reflection, Veteran Reflection
Positive Support Through Empowerment – Veteran,
Disaster Relief Australia
April 2022
My military service began at age 17 as an Army reservist, with the 2/17 Battalion, Royal New South Wales Regiment.…
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Member Reflections, Operation Kelliher Reflection, Veteran Reflection
True Heroes – Veteran, Wayne Larson
Disaster Relief Australia
April 2022
In the 80’s I was a writer in the Navy. My grandfather, my great uncle, cousins, myself and now my…
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Member Reflections
Dirty Hard Yakka – Liam Rabone
Disaster Relief Australia
February 2022
In the wake of the 2020 fires which ravaged our beautiful bushlands and devastated communities, I was transfixed by the…
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Member Reflections, Veteran Reflection
Constant Push to Improve and Expand
Disaster Relief Australia
January 2022
I found Disaster Relief Australia when I was searching for ways to get more involved with humanitarian aid. I had…
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