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.
ONLINE PRE-LEARNING: ~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.
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
DRRT NSW North – Advanced First Aid – Saturday 24th May 2025
TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID014 – Provide Advanced First Aid
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: Southwest Rocks NSW 2431
DATE: Saturday 24th May 2025
TIMINGS: First Aid: 0800 – 1600
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 7 Hours
MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRRT NSW NTH – ADVANCED FIRST AID Saturday, 15th February 2025
TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID014 – Provide Advanced First Aid
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: Taree Region
DATE: Saturday, 15th February 2025
TIMINGS: Adv First Aid: 0800 – 1600
ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 7 Hours
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
Operational Skills Weekend:
TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Weekend COURSE PROVIDER: DRRT NSW North LOCATION: Tamworth Region DATE: Saturday 22nd – Sunday 23rd March 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: Illuka Region DATE: Thursday 21st – Friday 22nd November 2024 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: Disaster Relief Team NSW North LOCATION: Taree Region DATE: Saturday 2nd – Sunday 3rd November 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600, participants can select to attend one, or both days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Rural Fencing Supervisor:
– Plan and construct an electric fence – AHCINF306
– Plan and construct conventional fencing – AHCINF307
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Camp Eagle Eye Scout camp located at 2080 Orara Way Glenreagh 2450 NSW DATE: Saturday 1st – Sunday 2nd March 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1630 – Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 10 hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT NSW NTH – 4WD Certification Training – Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th November 2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads + FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicle COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Wedding Bells State Forest NSW (TBC) DATE: Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th November 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx. MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
