Red Cross emergency response

In the immediate aftermath of the floods, trained Australian Red Cross emergency response staff and volunteers deployed to impacted areas. They remained on continuous rotation, delivering 24/7 psychosocial support to communities through evacuation centres, relief centres and outreach services.

Our response in numbers

Stories from the floods

From loss and grief to recovery

The Lismore floods hit hard, and ongoing support will be needed.
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The support of volunteers in recovery

In the middle of one of the worst floods in Australia’s recorded history, the power of community and the miracle of life.
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A slice of paradise

With support, Rese and her family are putting their haven back together after the floods.
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Sarah’s brave face

On the loss and recovery journey after the floods.
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A warm hug in hard times

As flood waters rose in Lismore, Polly found comfort at the evacuation centre.
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When small actions make a big difference

After losing everything in the floods, Monica found relief in the generosity of Australians.
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