2025 stories

National Volunteer Week

‘Connecting Communities’ with Australian Red Cross Volunteer, Colin.

Serving communities with care

Recovery after a disaster is about more than rebuilding – it involves restoring hope, stability, and emotional resilience.

Finding warmth after two disasters

The power of community shines through in Lismore in the wake of a cyclone and devastating flooding.

How locals led the recovery from the Vanuatu earthquake

Andrew Nayo, a leader in Vanuatu, shares the devastating impact of a massive earthquake on his community and the challenges they faced in recovering.

Helping 100,000 kids get disaster ready

Australian Red Cross Pillowcase Workshops mark 10-years.

Case Study: Cash for Protection Program

From refuge to resilience – the path to safety, stability and strength.

New Year’s resolutions worth keeping

3 ways businesses can upskill in international humanitarian law in 2025.

Extreme Heat Awareness Day

We’re teaming up with Sweltering Cities, organisations, experts, and others across Australia to launch the first-ever Australian Extreme Heat Awareness Day on 5 February 2025.

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