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.
Learn moreDRA 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.
Learn moreVolunteers are the cornerstone of Disaster Relief Australia’s operations. With more than 3,000 members nationwide, our veteran-led tribe serves communities before, during and after natural disasters strike to strengthen resilience and deliver much needed relief and recovery services.
Learn moreNews 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.
Learn moreDeploying 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.
Find out moreThere 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.
Find out moreOperational 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
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 vehicleCOURSE PROVIDER: Emergency AustraliaLOCATION: SA (TBC)DATE: Saturday & Sunday, 12-13 Oct 2024TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 Both DaysONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 4 hours Approx.MUSTER STATUS […]
Chainsaw: - Fell Trees Manually (Basic) - FWPCOT2274 TRAINING EVENT: FWPCOT2274 - Fell trees manually (basic) COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: SA DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 19-20 October 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Chainsaw: - Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate) - FWPCOT3347 COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 26-27 October 2024 TIMINGS: 0800 – 1600, both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = (TBC) MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
First Aid & CPR: - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID009 - Provide first aid - HLTAID011 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Veteran's Wellbeing Centre - Repat Health Precinct, Bldg 37, 216 Daws Road, Daw Park SA DATE: Saturday, 16th November 2024 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 […]
Advanced First Aid: Provide Advanced First Aid - HLTAID014 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: Veteran Wellbeing Centre, Bldg 37, Repat Health Precinct, 216 Daws Road, Daw Park SA 5041 DATE: Friday, 6 December 2024 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 9 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, 15-16 March 2025 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 Both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = 3 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, 29-30 March 2025 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 both days ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 9 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment […]
Operational Skills Training: TRAINING EVENT: Operational Skills Training COURSE PROVIDER: Internal Disaster Relief Team LOCATION: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday 5th - Sunday 6th April 2025 TIMINGS: 0900 - 1600 Both Days MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
Remote First Aid: Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site - HLTAID013 COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday 3rd - Sunday 4th May 2025 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1600 ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = Approx. 6 Hours MUSTER STATUS REQUIRED: Engagement Ready or Deployment Ready
First Aid & CPR: - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID009 - Provide first aid - HLTAID011 TRAINING EVENT: HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation COURSE PROVIDER: Emergency Australia LOCATION: SA (TBC) DATE: Saturday 7th June 2025 TIMINGS: First Aid: 0900 - 1400 - CPR Only: 0900 - 1030 (Couple hours only) ONLINE PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENT: = First […]
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