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The Flying Doctor records a massive year of life-saving care
More detailsWatch the special thank you message from our Chief Medical Officer, Dr Shannon Nott.
Behind every rescue, every flight, every life saved, you were there.
Judy and Glenn give back to remote communities
Judy and Glenn give back to remote communities through volunteering at the Mundi Mundi Bash.
RFDS Tasmania's Menopause Masterclass
Imagine living in a community so remote that access to a wide range of shopping is a rare opportunity. For those on Flinders Island, a trip to “the big smoke” can consume a significant portion of the shopping budget. Travel and freight costs make even essential items a luxury.
National Reconciliation Week - Bridging Now to Next
At the RFDS, National Reconciliation Week a time to reflect, raise awareness, and foster meaningful conversations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. It’s an opportunity to deepen our understanding and strengthen mutual respect.
RFDS Tasmania Recycle Rally: Turning Waste into Healthcare Support
The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania has joined the Recycle Rewards Program, giving communities a new way to support vital healthcare services while helping the environment.
Introducing 2025's Outback Car Trek's Support Medics
Every year, the RFDS medics join the Outback Car Trek to provide 24/7 medical assistance. Find out who will be joining the 11-day epic adventure this year.
#134 No Time For Makeup. A Magical Outback Medical Memoir
In this week’s episode we meet Dr. Elizabeth Green, a shining example of commitment and expertise in the world of rural medicine. Through her memoir.
New RFDSSE Head of Motoring Events, Matthew Tosolini, to start in July 2025
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section) is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Tosolini to the newly created role of Head of Motoring Events. Matthew will take the reins of the Outback Car Trek from 2 July 2025.
Flying high on life
No mission is impossible for Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) aeromedical pilot Andrew Chadwick, who has served more than 25 years in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) before joining the RFDS family in Townsville.
A volunteer through and through
From volunteering at local camp drafts to joining Conservation Volunteers Australia, and now as President of the RFDS Darling Downs Auxiliary, Libby Gardiner is the embodiment of community spirit.
A Night to Remember | Celebrating Broken Hill's 2025 Flying Doctor Ball
The 17th of May 2025 wasn't just our 97th birthday. It was also an evening of connection and celebration, as over 300 guests raised valuable funds at the 2025 Flying Doctor Ball in Broken Hill's Civic Centre.
National 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.
