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The Flying Doctor records a massive year of life-saving care

31 Jul 2026

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18 Feb 2025

ED Nurse's flight path to the RFDS

Zoe had nursing and critical care qualifications and several years of emergency experience to put her in good stead to work at the RFDS. The final thing she needed to be an eligible candidate was her midwifery qualifications.

18 Feb 2025

Simon Wood MP Visits RFDS Tasmania to Discuss Health Initiatives

Simon Wood MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, visited the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania at the hangar at Launceston Airport last week to discuss the RFDS’s physical and mental health programs delivered across the state.

17 Feb 2025

RFDS Radio using AI to broadcast and giving away Rescue Swags

Have you ever wanted to own your own Rescue Swag for those hiking, camping or road trips?

13 Feb 2025

RFDSSE combats rural healthcare divide with largest doctor intake in 10 years

In February 2025, the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) grew our ranks with the biggest emergency and retrieval services doctor intake in at least 10 years.

12 Feb 2025

Employer Statement – WGEA Gender Pay Gap

At RFDS Victoria, we are committed to fostering a positive, fair, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of gender or identity.

12 Feb 2025

Your chance to be inspired

Visit our new Outback Heritage Experience in Broken Hill to step into the world of the Flying Doctor.

10 Feb 2025

Going the extra mile for those miles away

It’s the little things that can make a good service great, and Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Primary Health Care Nurse Manager Lesley Mallard is dedicated to making that difference across the 22 clinic locations she and her incredible team covers.

10 Feb 2025

Medical Chests are a lifeline in the outback

Lead Pharmacist Rochelle shares how the RFDS Medical Chest program bridges the gap when healthcare facilities are hours or even days away.

07 Feb 2025

Succession assured for Australia’s premier motoring fundraising events

After 35 years and over $36 million raised for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the Outback Car Trek (OCT) has ensured its future by transferring ownership and management of its premier motoring fundraising events to the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE).

07 Feb 2025

Protect Your Heart This Valentines Day

While we are unable to help in any romantic endeavours this Valentines Day, we are happy to share with you our top 3 heart health tips.

07 Feb 2025

Health Notice: What you need to know about Japanese Encephalitis

With the likelihood of increased cases in 2025 following recent detection of the virus in the Moree, Griffith and Narromine Shire regions of NSW, we are encouraging the community to take early and proactive steps to protect themselves from this virus and monitor for symptoms.

07 Feb 2025

You're the reason Hamish is here today

Hamish received rapid critical care after a motorbike accident at Cameron’s Corner and credits this experience for inspiring his mission to help others stay safe.

03 Feb 2025

Renewed support from Beach to bush

Beach Energy has extended its major sponsorship of RFDS SA/NT to support the continual upgrade of Flying Doctor aircraft and life-saving equipment.

31 Jan 2025

Birtles & Bean Complete Their Epic Journey raising funds for the RFDS

Matthew Benns and Warren Brown’s journey retracing Francis Birtles’ historic trek has raised over $120,000 to support life-saving RFDS services.

31 Jan 2025

The Flying Doctor teams up with Brisbane Broncos

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is proud to join the Brisbane Broncos Charity Partner Program, sponsored by loans.com.au.