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Flying Doctor appoints new Chief Executive as long-serving leader prepares to retire

20 Oct 2026

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20 Oct 2026

Peter Kittle Motor Company renews support for the Flying Doctor

Australian car dealership Peter Kittle Motor Company has extended its commitment to RFDS SA/NT for another three years – its support now set to reach three decades.

15 Oct 2026

Built for what’s next: RFDS centre marks new approach to health and education in Port Augusta

RFDS SA/NT has completed construction of a first-of-its-kind Port Augusta Centre for Rural Health and Education, bringing it a step closer to increasing primary health care access and growing the health workforce across Far North SA.

14 Oct 2026

Lived experience supporting young people at headspace Cairns

Lived experience can be one of the most powerful tools in mental health care, and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is expanding support for young people with the introduction of two new peer worker roles at headspace Cairns.

02 Oct 2026

RFDS to lead next chapter of aeromedical care in the Top End

RFDS SA/NT has welcomed today’s announcement that it will operate the Top End Medical Retrieval Service (TEMRS), following a competitive procurement process led by the Northern Territory Government.

29 Sep 2026

Meet Brendan, the Desert Swimmer – His extraordinary story started with your support

When Brendan reached out for help, you were there, providing the mental health support he needed to get his life back on track. Now he is at peace with himself and finds great joy in helping others in the bush.

25 Sep 2026

Five years of Oceans to Outback, Seventeen Years of Impact

Tricia said the challenge provides motivation to stay active, supports the RFDS to continue changing lives across Tasmania and Australia, and provides a sense of community working together toward a worthy goal.

23 Sep 2026

Capturing the stories that shape our history

Award-winning theatre company THEATRE 180 is inviting Western Australians whose lives have been touched by the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Western Australia to share their story.

22 Sep 2026

Rhonda says "Thank you for saving my life"

When Rhonda returned to visit our Broken Hill base, gratitude and joy filled her heart. She is alive today because you proudly support and care for people just like her.

17 Sep 2026

The clinic that comes to you!

Your support helps the RFDS deliver essential care to families across some of Queensland’s most remote communities.

16 Sep 2026

Ergon Energy Retail customers deliver $21 million for life-saving services across Queensland

A remarkable 26-year partnership between Ergon Energy Retail and the RFDS has reached a major milestone, with customers and employees helping to raise more than $21 million to support vital healthcare services across Queensland