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Operation Mitchell Plateau
It was a team effort when the RFDS was called to retrieve a woman who broke her leg hiking in one of WA’s most hard-to-reach locations.
More detailsSeason 3 of RFDS Set to Soar with New Stories and Stunning Locations
18 Sep 2024Get ready to experience more heart-pounding drama as RFDS returns for Season 3. Inspired by the real-life heroes of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, this season brings new challenges, emotional stories, and breathtaking South Australian landscapes to your screen.
Read full storyCountry & Westynn
17 Sep 2024Karratha mum Tui Magner was excited to welcome her first son after having three beautiful daughters. But once her newborn was in her arms, Tui quickly realised little Westynn was not well.
Read full storyA first for the RFDS
15 Sep 2024In May, a crew carried out the first aeromedical transfer from a remote fishing community on the Abrolhos Islands, 60km west of Geraldton.
Read full story#108 Tackling the 'highs and lows' of a toddler with T1 Diabetes
12 Sep 2024Fletcher Buchanan's parents, Alex and Luke, noticed their toddler was becoming increasingly lethargic and unusually thirsty. But a T1 Diabetes diagnosis was totally unexpected.
Read full storyHigher perspective
12 Sep 2024When a dirtbike crash left Jaimen Hudson a quadriplegic at the age of 17, he vowed that it wouldn’t stop him from living a life of purpose and adventure. He adopted the mantra “never waste a day.”
Read full storyYoung ringer’s race for help: Amy’s story
11 Sep 2024When a bloodied and bruised Amy Kynoch regained consciousness in the back of a speeding truck, she realised her ‘typical’ day at work had taken a disastrous turn. Read more.
Read full storyQUIZ: Uncharted Territory
09 Sep 2024How well do you think you know the NT? To help celebrate our 85th year of caring for Territorians, test your knowledge of the Territory and the RFDS with this 10-question quiz!
Read full storyMeet Dr Deb Molloy
09 Sep 2024Dr Deb grew up in Ireland and completed her medical training there. Since moving to Australia in 2014, she has worked as a medical officer for the RFDS in NSW and Western Australia.
Read full story#107 Jillaroo Katie's chicken wrangling went wildly wrong!
05 Sep 2024Jillaroo Katie was chasing a runaway chicken when she fell and cut her artery on a lawn sprinkler!
Read full storyCalling all Flying Doctor Podcast Fans!
30 Aug 2024The Flying Doctor Podcast is a testament to the spirit of mateship and resilience. Running for over three years, across 11 seasons and 106 episodes, the podcast has become a significant part of the RFDS brand. It’s been a platform to share the extraordinary stories of Australians from every state, f
Read full storyPharmacy in a box
30 Aug 2024For those who live, travel or work remotely, an RFDS medical chest can be a lifeline.
Read full storyRead the latest edition of Your Flying Doctor
29 Aug 2024Our spring magazine is jam-packed with stories from all over Western Australia about the RFDS's dedicated staff, inspiring patients and our passionate supporters.
Read full story#106 TJ's horse slipped from under him and they hit the dirt!
29 Aug 2024Experienced horseman TJ wasn't expecting to come off his horse during a hectic cattle muster. But when his horse stumbled at speed, he immediately knew the impending fall was going to hurt.
Read full storyRoyal Flying Doctor Service WA expands Medevac Service
26 Aug 2024The Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Australia (RFDS WA) has expanded its aeromedical retrieval capabilities through a new partnership with PHI Aviation.
Read full story#105 A brain scan on a plane?! Life-saving Australian Stroke Alliance research.
22 Aug 2024A brain scan on a plane? The Australian Stroke Alliance is developing portable brain scanning technology for remote patient diagnosis.
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