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More detailsNational Flying Doctor Day | The Road to 100 Years
On 17 May 1928, a single-engine bi-plane took off from Cloncurry in Outback Queensland, carrying a pilot and a doctor on a mission that would go on to define Australia medical delivery. Ninety-seven years later, National Flying Doctor Day is a moment to reflect on just how far this service has come!
Celebrating Flying Doctor Day 2025
May 17 is Flying Doctor Day, marking 97 years since the RFDS began operations, providing the finest care to the furthest corner for people in the bush.
#133 The Wild and Wonderful World of One Tree Island
Meet the caretakers - and RFDS medical chest custodians - of Qld's remote One Tree Island.
Why Trish gives regular donations
Dedicated RFDS supporters like you and Trish power our work and keep families in the bush thriving.
From Garage to Bush | The Die-hard Trekkers Behind the Outback Car Trek
You may have heard about the epic Outback Car Trek, returning for its 35th year this 29 May to 8 June. But how much do you know about the amazing trekkers who have helped raise over $36 million for us?
Paul's Story: From Cable Beach to Cardiac Care
“I just thought to myself, I need to get back up the beach and get someone to take me to hospital as soon as possible.”
Our founding nurses
Today, on International Nurses Day, we celebrate our dedicated aeromedical and primary health care nurses who continue to adapt, innovate and advocate for better health access and outcomes across Queensland.
Just in time for Mother’s Day
New mum Elle-Jay and her husband Mack were relieved to hear from the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) when their cattle station near Thargomindah was flooded in, just weeks before their due date.
Celebrating the role of flight nurses in delivering remote care
Ahead of Mother's Day and International Nurses Day, learn more about the midwifery skills of RFDS flight nurses.
You help deliver the gift of sight
You are the reason why RFDS Ophthalmologist Dr. Rawson is able to treat families in rural, regional and remote communities.
Muster gone wrong
Helicopter pilot Frank Hoare is lucky to be alive after his helicopter crashed at a remote cattle station near Normanton in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
#132 Finding a Rhyme and a Reason for Every Season
NSW farmer Wes Herring is writing bush poetry, to help tame the 'Black Dog' that nearly took his life.
Black Tie Ball raises $220,000 to support Flying Doctor
Rotary Club of Dubbo South Black Tie Ball attracts sellout attendance of 360 and raises money for the Royal Flying Doctor Service via the RFDS Dubbo Support Group.
Our biggest Flying Doctor Day yet!
On 17 May we’re celebrating the 97th anniversary of the first RFDS flight in 1928 – and we would love your help to spread the word and celebrate with us!
Adele's Story: "I've never had an asthma attack like this before"
Dr Adele Millard is an anthropologist, while working in a remote area outside of Newman she began experiencing what she assumed were thunderstorm asthma symptoms.
