2023 stories

Every day of the year, volunteers hit the streets in our Soup Patrol van, serving hot, nutritious meals to some of the most vulnerable people in Perth and Fremantle.

Our Night Café is a safe after-hours space for people aged 12 to 25 years old experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Brisbane.

In Galiwin’ku, Baby Hub is changing lives, right from the start.

Mark was rescued from raging flood waters in Bungawalbin, NSW. Australian Red Cross was there to help him.

On the 70th anniversary of the first nuclear weapon test on mainland Australia, we support the call for a nuclear weapons ban.

The Brighton Community Food Hub is about more than helping families put a meal on the table.

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

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

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

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.

“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.”

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

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

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.

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

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

In his work with prisoners, Dallas also provides a vital cultural overlay for Aboriginal people in the Tasmanian justice system,bridging the gap between prisoners and the wider Aboriginal community.

In the last year, Caroline and her team of volunteers have responded to 242 call outs. Of that, sixteen young people asked to be referred for further support.

An incredible 46 University of Queensland students teamed up to tackle a 26km trek, raising $282 in an incredible effort for The Human Race.

On the ground after devastating earthquakes.

The reality of warfare in outer space

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

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

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

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

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

International Women’s Day 2023.

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

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

12-month Impact Report.

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

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

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