This independent mid-term review is required under the Partnership Agreement between AusAID and Registered Engineers for Disaster Relief Australia (no: 57839 for period 2010-11 to 2012-13). Ratings and recommendations are provided against OECD DAC criteria, monitoring and evaluation, impact, social inclusion, sustainability/connectedness and analysis/learning. A way forward on the funding model is provided and a brief conclusion. The first ever independent evaluation of the global Standby Partnership Programme1, of which RedR Australia is a partner, should also guide discussions between AusAID and RedR Australia on future arrangements.