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The Flying Doctor records a massive year of life-saving care
More detailsNew RFDS Tasmania Home Off to a Flying Start
RFDS Tasmania's new aeromedical facility is right around the corner - officially breaking ground at Launceston Airport this week.
From Antarctica to the outback
It’s hard to believe that someone so passionate about improving access to healthcare in one of Queensland’s most remote regions once worked as a medical officer in Antarctica.
Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW
Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW
Flying Doctor banks on Westpac in new major partnership
Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT has welcomed Westpac as its new Banking Partner in supporting the delivery of critical healthcare services.
Your commitment to quality dental care means lifelong health for children like Gemma
Gemma’s regular visits to our dental van give her a healthier future ahead, thanks to you.
New era for Mount Isa as integrated medical support takes flight
Today marks an historic day in patient care across Queensland’s North West with the official opening of the new LifeFlight/Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) aeromedical hub.
Territory-first Virtual Emergency Care trial for pastoralists
The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT (RFDS) will trial an innovative Virtual Emergency Care model on remote cattle stations across Central Australia and the Barkly, improving access to life-saving care in emergencies.
You saved Chris’ life - Now he’s running to save others
Chris knows every step of his Sydney Marathon run will save lives.
Serving NSW for 90 years: Saving lives in the bush and billions for the healthcare system
At Parliament House on 18 March 2026, the Royal Flying Doctor Service commemorated nine decades of service to 1.8 million people across 80 locations in rural and remote NSW and appealed to keep the Flying Doctor flying.
RFDS delivers four billion-dollar impact amid record demand
The Royal Flying Doctor Service in WA (RFDS) is delivering twice the value of the funding invested in its operations, according to a new independent report, amid record demand for its services.
Three-year commitment to keep the Flying Doctor flying
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is proud to announce additional funding in continuation of our long-standing partnership with Hancock Agriculture.
Championing equitable healthcare for women in remote NSW
Flying Doctor champions equitable healthcare for women in remote NSW – delivering essential services many communities would not otherwise have.
RFDS balances the scales
This week the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) hosted its annual International Women’s Day Reception in Brisbane, reaffirming its commitment to supporting women across the state.
Meet Dr Pip
Dr Pip Baker grew up on a dairy farm in northern Victoria and graduated in Medicine from the University of Adelaide.