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15 Jun 2026

The RFDS and Men's Shed are good for your health

Tasmanian men are significantly less likely to seek help early and are more likely to experience poorer health outcomes than women, prompting a new grassroots push bringing healthcare directly into local communities.

The RFDS Tasmania Isuzu UTE at the Dorset Men's Shed for Mens Health Week.
09 Jun 2026

New aircraft joins RFDS WA fleet thanks to Rinehart Medical Foundation and Hancock Iron Ore

The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia has officially welcomed a new Pilatus PC-12 PRO aircraft to its Jandakot base - the first of its kind to join the RFDS WA fleet.

Leading new generation aircraft, a first in WA, joins RFDS WA fleet thanks to Hancock Iron Ore and Rinehart Medical Foundation

Off duty Flight Nurse saves life on commercial flight

After visiting family in Perth on his days off, Flight Nurse Ben never expected to help save a life on his commercial flight home to Port Hedland.

Read Off duty Flight Nurse saves life on commercial flight