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RFDS Tasmania Board Chair Named Tasmania’s Governor
RFDS Tasmania proudly congratulates Caroline Wells on her appointment as the 30th Governor of Tasmania, recognising her outstanding leadership, distinguished service, and unwavering commitment to the Tasmanian community.
More detailsInnovation, Partnership and Purpose: Inside the 2026 RFDS National Partnerships Event
Last week, our national partners came together to see firsthand how the Royal Flying Doctor Service is changing what is possible for communities like this.
RFDS and RAA forge new roads in community partnership
The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT (RFDS) has welcomed RAA as a Community Partner, providing critical funding to support the RFDS’s aeromedical training simulator.
Celebrating the Flying Doctor at Tassie's historic hangar
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is marking 98 years of delivering life-saving healthcare across Australia with a community celebration held inside one of Tasmania’s most historic aviation spaces.
A breath of good fortune: Ron's story
For avid traveler Ron Wilson, hitting the road and heading out bush in his caravan is the ultimate bliss. But this time last year, he almost didn’t make it home.
From melodies to mechanics: How apprentice engineer changed tune
RFDS apprentice engineer Isabella Burgess traded melody for mechanics by packing up and moving to Alice Springs.
Trusting our gut: Early screening in focus at Far North SA health camp
The Flying Doctor touched down in the remote community of Kingoonya last month, empowering local men to take care of their health.
Fly-ins not dampened by flood
As record rain swept across cast areas of Australia earlier this year, the RFDS joined emergency service partners, combatting flooded towns, closed roads and airstrips to deliver critical health care and supplies.
2026 Truck Run Triple Treat
“By taking the service to the truckies, it is an opportunity for them to stop and have a chat to a health professional and remind them to take care of themselves.”
Peace of mind in the Wheatbelt
Eight-month-old Teddy became unwell with a fever, he became floppy, developed a blotchy rash and his hands, feet and lips turned purple. Chelsea says it was the most frightening experience as a parent.
Connect the clues: RFDS puzzle
Test your knowledge of the Flying Doctor with our latest brainteaser! In the grid below are four groups of four. It's up to you to figure out which words belong together.
Trip of a lifetime takes a turn
Retirees David and Liz had set off from Melbourne with a plan to drive around Australia. Exploring the Aboriginal rock art in Wunnamurra Gorge, Liz slipped on some rocks and heard a crack - her ankle was broken.
Pedal for a cause
For Natalie, RideWest is more than a challenging bike ride, it’s a chance to give back to her hometown. Growing up in the bush and now living in Augathella, Natalie has seen firsthand the impact that limited access to mental health support can have in regional, rural and remote areas.
From Fairways to the Flying Doctor
Every time someone pays a green fee at the Longford Golf Club this year, they are supporting health care on the ground and in the air across Tasmania.
Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery
Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery, Alana Wemyss.
