Emergencies and disasters
Learn how Red Cross is responding to disasters and working with communities as they recover.
When fire returned, this community was ready
Years of preparation work with Australian Red Cross have paid off for the small Victorian community of Dargo.
EmergencyRedi Week 2026
Forecasts of hotter and drier conditions are prompting Australians to think about emergency readiness.
“Please get your pillowcases ready”
How Australian Red Cross Pillowcase Project helped one South Australian family take the fear out of preparing for disaster.
Sabrina’s journey: from bushfire survivor to resilience officer
While recovering from the Black Summer fires of 2019–20, Sabrina decided to turn her experience into something that could help others.
The power of community-led recovery
In the wake of fire, the small township of Ruffy, in Victoria's Central Highlands, came together to shape its own recovery.
How connecting to Country builds resilient communities
Replanting flood-damaged wetlands gave residents of Ingham a chance to come together, share stories and move forward as one.
The powerful role of lived experience in disaster recovery
Supported by Australian Red Cross, Disaster Recovery Mentors help communities to recover in ways that work for them.
Understanding extreme heat
New research about the summer of 2024–25 is reshaping how we think about heat risks and resilience.
From loss to community-led resilience
With the support of Australian Red Cross, this coastal caravan park community emerged from one disaster to face the next with confidence and strength.
Extreme Heat Awareness Day 2026
We're partnering with Sweltering Cities and communities across Australia to mark Extreme Heat Awareness Day on 4 February 2026 and drive action on extreme heat risks.
Connecting with at-risk people during extreme weather
When storms, floods and extreme heat hits, Australian Red Cross TeleRedi volunteers are there to check on those who need it.
Don’t think it can’t happen to you. Emergencies can happen to anyone.
This EmergencyRedi Week we urge all Australians to take action and get prepared for extreme weather events and emergencies before it happens. Australian Red Cross National Resilience Director, Nichola Krey, shares her thoughts as we launch this year's EmergencyRedi Week.
Serving communities with care
Recovery after a disaster is about more than rebuilding – it involves restoring hope, stability, and emotional resilience.
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.
Mental health support critical in disaster response
The impacts of disasters on individuals and communities can be long-term and complicated.
The road to recovery
Months on from the Queensland and New South Wales floods, communities are rebuilding and recovering with the support of Red Cross teams.
The value of preparing for a disaster or emergency
As Australians get prepared for another La Niña event, fresh evidence has emerged of the value of preparing for a disaster or emergency.
Queensland and New South Wales Floods Report
An update on our response to the Qld & NSW floods, from support in evacuation centres, to cash assistance, and long-term help on the recovery journey for tens of thousands.
From loss and grief to recovery
The Lismore floods hit hard, and ongoing support will be needed.
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.
A slice of paradise
With support, Rese and her family are putting their haven back together after the floods.
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