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Morocco earthquake response

An update on the swift, locally-led response, delivering essential goods and support.

Keeping a community connected

A year after the worst flood in more than 70 years, the Hunter Valley village of Broke is recovering one day at a time.

Floods, fires and a pandemic

Red Cross Emergency Services volunteer Megan Fraser is “ready for anything”.

“We can’t say thank you enough”

Ray and Bev were rescued from floodwaters in the Victorian town of Rochester. At the Bendigo Relief Centre, Red Cross was there to meet them.

A mother's journey from Kharkiv to Perth in search of safety

“Thank you, Australia, for giving me hope, a new home, and reminding me no matter where we come from, we can build a better tomorrow together.”

“The response of local teams was nothing short of astonishing”

Six months after devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, Red Cross continues to support people on the road to recovery.

Northern Territory floods: recovery will be long and complex

When three remote First Nations communities were evacuated, Red Cross teams were on hand to help – support that continues as people return home.

A friend at your side through the good times and the bad

For Rita, her Red Cross visitor is more than a friend. She is like a sister. And on the hard days of life, Lyn helps her find the sunny side.

When there's nowhere else to turn

“I am with you on this journey. I hear you. I understand your issues. You are not alone.”

Refugee Week: 10 things you can do to help

Play your part in building a more welcoming Australia for refugees.

Emergency services to help communities through disaster

“I held people’s hands and offered them a shoulder to cry on.”

Migration support for thousands of people each year

“I am with you on this journey. I hear you. You are not alone.”

International Programs for faster and more effective aid

“In an emergency, the people best placed to help are already there.”

Community support for thousands of isolated people

“I’ve seen how this support brings a sense of purpose to people’s lives.”

Ensuring respect for International Humanitarian Law

“It’s a privilege to be a part of a global network working towards the benefit of humanity.”

How do photos of our work make a difference?

Red Cross joins a research project investigating the way we see humanitarian crises.

The road to recovery

Queensland and New South Wales floods 2022: 12-month report

Global hunger crisis escalating in severity

Behind the staggeringly high numbers are real people – men, women and children battling death-level hunger every day.

Mental health support critical in disaster response

The impacts of disasters on individuals and communities can be long-term and complicated.

“I don’t think I would’ve coped without her”

A Red Cross visitor is helping 94-year-old Kathryn overcome isolation and loneliness.

The story of Bill and his best friend

Every week Red Cross visitor Matt swaps stories and jokes with Bill. Those visits are the highlight of Bill’s week, bringing joy and laughter to his twilight years.

How my mum escaped Ukraine and made it to Darwin

My mum, Olena, has spent her whole life in Ukraine. She had her own home, a great job and good friends. But when our country descended into chaos, she had to give it all up to find safety.

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