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.
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.
Deploying 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.
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.
There 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.
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2275 – Fell trees manually (Basic)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Vic Goldfields Railway Muckleford Station – Muckleford Walmer Road, Muckleford VIC 3451
DATE: Saturday 26th to Sunday 27th July 2025TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600, Both days
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~3 hours
PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster, have Tetanus vaccine up to date and be qualified in Maintain Chainsaw, Trim & Cut Felled Trees.
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS: This course builds higher-level skills beyond standard chainsaw trimming, advancing into safe tree felling, assessment, and maintenance. With a strong focus on safety and risk management, volunteers are better equipped to support disaster recovery operations
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2275 – Fell trees manually (Basic)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Sandy Creek
DATE: Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd August 2025
TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600, Both days
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~3 hours
PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster, have Tetanus vaccine up to date and be qualified in Maintain Chainsaw, Trim & Cut Felled Trees.
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS: This course builds higher-level skills beyond standard chainsaw trimming, advancing into safe tree felling, assessment, and maintenance. With a strong focus on safety and risk management, volunteers are better equipped to support disaster recovery operations
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain Chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and Cut Felled trees & FWPCOT3301 Trim Tree using a Polesaw
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Emu Gully Helidon, 142 Twidales Rd, Helidon Spa QLD 4344 DATE: Sat 19th to Sun 20th July 20 TIMINGS:
Full Trim & Cut Course: 0800 – 1600, Both days
Polesaw Only: 0800 – 1600, Second day
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: Full chainsaw course ~9 hours PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster and have a Tetanus vaccine up to date.
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS: This training equips you with essential skills for disaster recovery operations, where managing fallen trees and debris safely and efficiently is critical. You’ll learn how to assess, plan, and execute tree trimming and cutting tasks with confidence, skills that are often the first step in helping communities recover from disaster.
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain Chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and Cut Felled trees & FWPCOT3301 Trim Tree using a Polesaw
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Reid River (Townsville) DATE: Sat 2nd to Sun 3rd Aug, 2025 TIMINGS:
Full Trim & Cut Course: 0800 – 1600, Both days
Polesaw Only: 0800 – 1600, Second day
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: Full chainsaw course ~9 hours PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster and have a Tetanus vaccine up to date.
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS: This training equips you with essential skills for disaster recovery operations, where managing fallen trees and debris safely and efficiently is critical. You’ll learn how to assess, plan, and execute tree trimming and cutting tasks with confidence, skills that are often the first step in helping communities recover from disaster.
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain Chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and Cut Felled Trees & FWPCOT3301 Trim Tree using a Polesaw
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Howard Springs Nature Reserve DATE: Sat 26th to Sun 27th July, 2025 TIMINGS:
Full Trim & Cut Course: 0800 – 1600, Both days
Polesaw Only: 0800 – 1600, Second day
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: Full chainsaw course ~9 hours
PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster and have a Tetanus vaccine up to date.
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS: This training equips you with essential skills for disaster recovery operations, where managing fallen trees and debris safely and efficiently is critical. You’ll learn how to assess, plan, and execute tree trimming and cutting tasks with confidence, skills that are often the first step in helping communities recover from disaster.
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2275 – Fell trees manually (Basic)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Gnangara State Forrest DATE:Friday 15th – Saturday 16th August 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600, Both days
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~3 hours
PREREQUISITES: Must be Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready in Muster, have Tetanus vaccine up to date and be qualified in Maintain Chainsaw, Trim & Cut Felled Trees.
WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS: This course builds higher-level skills beyond standard chainsaw trimming, advancing into safe tree felling, assessment, and maintenance. With a strong focus on safety and risk management, volunteers are better equipped to support disaster recovery operations
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION:“CAMP SMEAC” 2315 Steve Irwin Drive, Landsborough, QLD, 4550 DATE: Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th November 2024 TIMINGS: 0800-1600 on both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: 9 hours
Operational Skills Weekend:
TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Weekend COURSE PROVIDER: Disaster Relief Team VIC LOCATION: Korweinguboora DATE: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th September 2025 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600, participants can select to attend one, or both days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Operational Skills Weekend:
TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Weekend COURSE PROVIDER: DRRT NSW North LOCATION: Willawarrin DATE: Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th May 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600, participants can select to attend one, or both days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Operational Skills Weekend:
TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Weekend COURSE PROVIDER: Disaster Relief Team NSW North LOCATION: Taree Region DATE: Saturday 12th – Sunday 13th October 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600, participants can select to attend one, or both days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
