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.
DATE: Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st July 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 – Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = TBC MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
First Aid & CPR
TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: DRA National Operations Centre – 3A / 423 Nudgee Road, Hendra, QLD, 4011 DATE: Saturday, 22nd February 2025 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0800 – 1600 – CPR Only: 0800 – 1100 (Couple hours only) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = First Aid = 4 hours Approx. – CPR = 1.5 hours Approx. MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
4WD Certification:
– Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads – FWPCOT3325
– Recover four wheel drive vehicle – FWPCOT3326
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicle COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: “Lawn Park” 950 Sandy Creek Road Sandy Creek Qld 4515 DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 3rd-4th May 2025 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx. MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
4WD Certification:
– Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads – FWPCOT3325
– Recover four wheel drive vehicle – FWPCOT3326
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicle COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: EMU GULLY ADVENTURE EDUCATION GROUP 142 Twidales Road, Helidon Spa Qld 4344 DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 2nd-3rd November 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx. MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Provide Advanced First Aid – HLTAID014
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia
LOCATION: DRA National Operations Centre – 3A / 441 Nudgee Road, Hendra, QLD, 4011 DATE: Saturday, 19th October 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 9 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw – Fell Trees Manually (Basic) – FWPCOT2275
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2275 – Fell trees manually (Basic)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: “Lawn Park” 950 Sandy Creek Road Sandy Creek Qld 4515 DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 07th – 08th June 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: Approx. 3 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw – Fell Trees Manually (Basic) – FWPCOT2274
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 – Fell trees manually (Basic)
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday-Sunday, 5th-6th October 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: Approx. 3 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Operational Skills Training:
TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Training
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