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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.
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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.
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Operation Dunlop

Our Disaster Relief Teams responded to the Whitsunday Regional Shire and associated communities from 02 April 17 until 17 April 17 to recover from Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

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In response to Tropical Cyclone Debbie

Location Whitsunday, QLD View map

Status Complete

Dates 2 Apr 2017 – 17 Apr 2017

Operation impact

3,658

Volunteer hours

Volunteers deployed

118

Work orders completed

$128k

Community costs svaed

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Planning for upcoming operational deployments is now underway. If you are keen to participate or find out more, express your interest today.

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