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.
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief Team LOCATION:421 Cudlee Creek Road, Cudlee Creek DATE: Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th April 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 Both Days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Operational Skills Training:
TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Training
COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief Team LOCATION: SA(TBC) DATE: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th September 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw Trim & Cross Cut, Maintain Chainsaw and Pole Saw
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees & FWPCOT3238 Trim tree using a Polesaw
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Hope Forrest, SA DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 29-30 March 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 9 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw Trim & Cross Cut, Maintain Chainsaw and Pole Saw
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees & FWPCOT3238 Trim tree using a Polesaw
COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday and Sunday 31st Aug & 1st Sep 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 both days 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: SA DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 17-18 May 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: Approx. 4 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: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 24-25 August 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) 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: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday 10th – Sunday 11th August 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 – Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 10 hours 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: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday & Sunday, 12-13 Oct 2024 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: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday & Sunday, 27-28 July 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 Both Days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx. MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw:
– Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate) – FWPCOT3347
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3347 – Fell trees manually (intermediate)COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 15-16 June 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600, both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready