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Dr Sophie Ootes pictured next to RFDS aircraft

From Ballarat to the bush: How Dr Sophie Ootes found her calling in rural health

24 Nov 2025

When Dr Sophie Ootes received the RACGP South Australian GP in Training of the Year Award, she wasn’t just accepting a personal accolade – she was representing a voice for rural and remote communities across the state.

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17 Apr 2015

New RFDS Patient Transfer Facility in Rockhampton

​The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is delighted to announce the official opening of a new purpose-built Patient Transfer Facility at the RFDS Rockhampton base on Friday 17 April 2015.

New RFDS Patient Transfer Facility in Rockhampton
13 Apr 2015

RFDS releases primary health care study

The State Government’s vision for Tasmania is to 'have the healthiest population in Australia by 2025' is supported by the RFDS. The challenge in achieving this is clearly outlined in the report released by the RFDS today, for remote and rural Tasmania.

RFDS Tasmania releases primary health care study
07 Jan 2015

RFDS Tasmania appoints inaugural CEO

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania announced the appointment of Mr John Kirwan as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer.

John Kirwan, RFDS Tasmania inaugural Chief Executive Officer