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The Flying Doctor records a massive year of life-saving care
More detailsKeeping kids safe and healthy from the start
This World Patient Safety Day, we share the vital work of the RFDS Primary Health Care (PHC) team in ensuring there’s ‘safe care for every newborn and child’ across Queensland.
Road to restoring the Drover
An iconic piece of Australian aviation history, the de Havilland Drover aircraft, is being carefully restored after spending more than 45 years on display at Mount Isa’s George McCoy Park.
Mr Fix-It in the hangar and at home
As a Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Senior Base Engineer at our Brisbane Base, Nick enjoys pulling aircraft apart and putting them back together. At home, his two energetic kids have taught him that, unlike aircraft, life doesn’t come with a manual.
New RFDS community champion all about connections
Victoria Nancarrow is at her happiest meeting people.
Women’s Health: The Essential Check-Up Guide for Every Age
It’s easy to put your health on the backburner—especially when life gets busy. But regular health checks are one of the most powerful ways to take care of yourself, catch potential issues early, and feel confident in your wellbeing.
Tackling women's barriers to healthcare with Tilpa's Women's Health Clinic
Women need tailored, gender-specific healthcare, just like everyone else. In rural and remote communities, where specialist services may require hours, if not days, of travel, this divide can deepen. We help bridge this geographical barrier by providing essential healthcare for women all year-round.
A fight to save Craig’s life
Cardiac arrest survivor Craig shares his story of how the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) saved his life.
You made early detection and access to life-saving treatment possible
You made early detection and access to life-saving treatment possible for Daniel.
Music, community and outback spirit unite at the 2025 Mundi Mundi Bash
The 2025 Mundi Mundi Bash has once again demonstrated the extraordinary power of community spirit in supporting vital healthcare services across rural and remote Australia, with thousands of festival-goers rallying behind the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE).
New lease on life for the Drover
An iconic piece of Australia’s aviation history, a de Havilland Drover aircraft, is being restored and relocated to the new Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Mount Isa Base and Visitor Experience Centre.
Rio Tinto’s big boost to improve Queensland health outcomes
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) and Rio Tinto have announced a new partnership to strengthen health services across regional Queensland.
Be an Oceans to Outback star like Patric
Inspired by the generosity he saw at the Mundi Mundi Bash, Patrick was motivated to get moving in the Oceans to Outback challenge.
Paula’s remarkable legacy
Paula grew up in a compassionate family and learned early on the importance of caring for others. Those values still guide her most important decisions.
RFDS Goldfields Health Centre officially opens in Kalgoorlie
The RFDS Goldfields Health Centre supported by Northern Star Resources has officially opened at 158 Egan Street Kalgoorlie, delivering much needed general practitioner services to the Goldfields community.
Pilots take to the skies to support the RFDS
More than 30 aircraft will soar across the skies as part of the 12th Outback Air Race to raise vital funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).
