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Transforming health care for communities across the country

The October edition of 'Going the Distance' will be hitting letterboxes very soon. In it, you'll find more inspiring stories from our Flying Doctor community.

Bay to Birdwood

The 2020 Bay to Birdwood is proud to announce that the RFDS is this year's Charity Partner! Donate Now!

Travel safe tips from your Flying Doctor

We know the wonders and pitfalls of remote travel. Here are our top tips for safe travel from the Flying Doctor you'll want to keep handy as you #wanderoutyonder throughout Western Australia during the school holidays.

Get your fast first-aid pack

​Every day, lives are lost when people are injured and no one with them knows first aid.

World-leading technology ensures safety of RFDS Cairns staff

World-leading medical simulation technology is now being used by Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) staff in Cairns to aid training and technical skill development.

Evie was in pain and frightened

John Fahey Vale

It is with great sadness the Royal Flying Doctor Service learns of John Fahey’s passing. John Fahey, in addition to his significant political and social roles, was an Independent Councillor for the Australia Council of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia from 2003 to 2006.

Flying Doctor provides big boost for national economy

A new study has revealed the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides more than $2.5 billion in benefits to the Australian economy each year through its life-saving aeromedical services to regional, rural and remote Australians.