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More detailsYear in Review Message from our Chair Saranne Cooke
RFDSSE Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke, shares her highlights from 2023-24.
A driving force: Peter Kittle Motor Company increases support for RFDS SA/NT
Renowned Australian car dealership Peter Kittle Motor Company recently guaranteed its commitment to rural and remote health and wellbeing, signing a new three-year agreement with RFDS SA/NT.
Royal Flying Doctor Service Receives Prestigious Innovator Award for Electronic Health Record
In an outstanding achievement, the RFDS has been honored with the Rural/Remote Health Innovator of the Year award for its groundbreaking Electronic Health Record Project.
Remembrance Day: Honouring Heroes in Healthcare
As we observe Remembrance Day, we pay tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who served, fought, and gave their lives for our freedom.
How the RFDS Saved the Circus
"I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the Royal Flying Doctor Service" - Tom Slater, SuperSillyUs Circus talks about the lifesaving flight he was blissfully unaware of.
Reason to smile: Senex partnership delivers essential dental services for regional Queenslanders
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) welcomes an additional $300,000 over the next three years from Senex Energy to help fund more Mobile Dental Services across Wandoan and Theodore.
RFDS Local Hero Awards back for 2023
Nominations are open across Queensland for the RFDS Local Hero Awards, as the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) looks to unearth more of the state’s unsung heroes.
Charleville Base celebrates 80th anniversary
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) marks the momentous 80-year anniversary of its Charleville Base, the longest servicing base in Australia.
#71 Philip Chalker and his seeing-eye dog Sally chat with the Flying Doctor podcast
Philip lives in regional Victoria with his seeing-eye dog Sally. A few years ago Philip had to get laser surgery on his only eye that had partial sight, and needed help to get to the hospital and back again, so the Royal Flying Doctor Service patient transport service assisted him.
From outback dream to lifesaving team: Bob and Helen's RFDS story
In the heart of the Queensland outback, Bob and Helen, have woven their own chapter into the rich tapestry of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Charleville Base.
#72 How did Steve survive a severe stroke while driving on a remote road?
How did Steve survive a severe stroke while driving on a remote road? Flying Doctor Podcast, latest episode, Season 8
2023 Year in Review
Your Flying Doctor exists to support healthier and happier Australians, no matter where they live, work or play. Check out our 2022/23 Year in Review.
Charleville Nurse Manager reflects on twenty years of service
For two remarkable decades Joanne Mahony, the dedicated Nurse Manager, has been a beacon of care for this community.
Rhonda defies the odds after lifesaving flight to Adelaide
Doctors didn’t know if the Broken Hill resident would survive the flight but Rhonda credits the RFDS for saving her life.
