Disaster 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 moreDRA 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 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.
Learn moreNews 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.
Learn moreThere are many ways to make a positive contribution and bring hope to others. As a not-for-profit community cause, Disaster Relief Australia exists through the combined generosity of volunteers, donors, corporate partners and fundraisers.
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COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: 606 Boulders Rd, Babinda
DATE: Saturday 31st May – Sunday 1st June 2025
TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: Approx. 3 Hours
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief Team
LOCATION: Woorabinda Camp Ground. Howard Springs Nature Reserve, Howard Springs Rd
DATE: Saturday 13th – Sunday 14th July 2024
TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief and Recovery Team
LOCATION: TBC
DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 28th-29th June 2025
TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief and Response Team
LOCATION: 213-315 Plunkett Road, Tambourine
DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 8th-9th March 2025
TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief Team
LOCATION: TBC
DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 26th-27th October 2024
TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief Team
LOCATION: EMU GULLY ADVENTURE EDUCATION GROUP
142 Twidales Road, Helidon Spa Qld 4344
DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 07th-08th September 2024
TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT NSW NTH – Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate) – Thursday 25th – Friday 26th July 2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3347 – Fell trees manually (intermediate)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: TBC
DATE: Thursday 25th – Friday 26th July 2024
TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: Approx. 3 Hours
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRRT VIC – Remote First Aid – Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th December 2024
TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID013 – Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: TBC
DATE: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th December 2024
TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 (Both days)
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 6 Hours
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRRT ACT – Remote First Aid – Saturday 1st – Sunday 2nd March 2025
TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID013 – Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: Canberra Services Club, 51 Blackall Street, Barton.
DATE: Saturday 1st – Sunday 2nd March 2025
TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 (Both days)
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 6 Hours
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRRT VIC- Fell Trees Manually (Basic) – Saturday 12th – Sunday 13th April 2025
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2275 – Fell trees manually (basic)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: Lerderderg 4WD Training Park, Seereys Track, Lerderderg VIC 3458
DATE: Saturday 12th – Sunday 13th April 2025
TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 (both days)
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 3 Hours
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
