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.
DRRT VIC – 4WD Certification Training – Saturday 21st – Sunday 22nd June 2025
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads + FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicle COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Lerderderg 4WD Training Park, Seereys Track, Lerderderg VIC 3458 DATE: Saturday 21st – Sunday 22nd June 2025 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 (Both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx. MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT VIC- Fell Trees Manually (intermediate) – 22nd – 23rd June 2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3347 – Fell trees manually (intermediate) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 22nd – Sunday 23rd June 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: TBC MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT VIC- Fell Trees Manually (intermediate) – 22nd – 23rd June 2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT3347 – Fell trees manually (intermediate) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 22nd – Sunday 23rd June 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: TBC MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT VIC- Fell Trees Manually (Basic) – Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th September 2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 – Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th September 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600 (both days) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 3 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT VIC- Trim & Cut Fell trees, Maintain Chainsaws and Pole saw – 25th – 26th May2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 25th-Sunday 26th May 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT VIC – Trim & Cut Fell trees, Maintain Chainsaws – Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th August 2024
TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws & FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees FWPCOT3301 Trim trees using a pole saw COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th August 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 – 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 9 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
DRT VIC– First Aid & CPR– 20th July 2024
TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: TBC DATE: Saturday 20th July 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 – 1400 – CPR Only: 0900 – 1030 (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
