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RFDS to launch Primary Health Care in Clermont

31 Jul 2026

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18 Sep 2023

Steve's Story: Stroke strikes behind the wheel

Steve Mogridge was driving on a lonely stretch of the Goldfields Highway when he had a stroke.

18 Sep 2023

Flying Doctor provides world-class training facilities

World-class flight training facilities mean Royal Flying Doctor Service pilots are ready to fly, rain, hail or shine.

17 Sep 2023

A patient's voice for care

Today marks World Patient Safety Day, highlighting the importance of engaging patients for patient safety, and as such, elevating the voice of the patient.

14 Sep 2023

R U OK?

RFDS Board member Ivan Frkovic shares the importance of staying connected and having a conversation this R U OK? Day.

03 Sep 2023

A father’s special bond

Being a father means many things, but for RFDS (Queensland Section) Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner Hayden Wilson, being a role model for his daughters is at the top of the list.

01 Sep 2023

Your gift to the future

This week marks Include a Charity Week, a special time when we highlight the profound impact of legacy giving.

01 Sep 2023

Queen of the Skies

At the age of 97, Anne Lewis is being honoured as being the first woman to obtain her commercial pilot's licence in WA and the first woman to fly for the RFDS.

31 Aug 2023

Dr Christine McConnell retiring after 27 years

After 27 years’ service at the RFDS WA, Dr Christine McConnell has hung up her stethoscope.

30 Aug 2023

Grain growers donate $100K to RFDS WA

Following a bumper season, CBH's unique grain forfeiting scheme sees generous donations for WA charities.

30 Aug 2023

Suffering a stroke at seven

For Narelle Proud, calling the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) was not uncommon during her time as a Registered Nurse in Western Queensland, but using the RFDS for her own family gave her a new appreciation for the service.

29 Aug 2023

Highway to help: Tony's story

When Tony’s vehicle rolled off the Eyre Highway in one of the most remote areas of the country, he was trapped in his car clinging to life – needing the RFDS to land on the road to airlift him to safety.

29 Aug 2023

Cloud-powered care: Introducing the RFDS Electronic Health Record

The Flying Doctor has embarked on a new era of healthcare accessibility, launching the RFDS Electronic Health Record (EHR) to further enhance patient care.

29 Aug 2023

From tourist to team member: How an RFDS visitor experience helped Mitchell spread his wings

After visiting the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility for the first time, Mitchell became enamoured by the Flying Doctor story and was eager to learn how he could get involved.

29 Aug 2023

Cutting-edge dental care, no matter where

The next time you pack a bag for a trip, you may wish to spare a thought for the RFDS Oral Health team.

25 Aug 2023

It all starts with you: August 2023 fundraising recap

Check out all the latest Flying Doctor fundraisers and events making an impact in your community in recent months.