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Felicity gives every month to help keep Australians safe - and she’s not alone

27 Jul 2026

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21 Apr 2026

Trip of a lifetime takes a turn

Retirees David and Liz had set off from Melbourne with a plan to drive around Australia. Exploring the Aboriginal rock art in Wunnamurra Gorge, Liz slipped on some rocks and heard a crack - her ankle was broken.

21 Apr 2026

Virtual Aircraft Tour

Dr Jonathan Storrar will be your guide on a fascinating virtual tour of an RFDS aircraft

17 Apr 2026

Pedal for a cause

For Natalie, RideWest is more than a challenging bike ride, it’s a chance to give back to her hometown. Growing up in the bush and now living in Augathella, Natalie has seen firsthand the impact that limited access to mental health support can have in regional, rural and remote areas.

17 Apr 2026

Four new appointments to strengthen our Board

Four new members have been appointed to the Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Australia (RFDS WA) Board, further strengthening its governance and leadership following the appointment of incoming Chair Mr Rob Slocombe in February 2026.

16 Apr 2026

From Fairways to the Flying Doctor

Every time someone pays a green fee at the Longford Golf Club this year, they are supporting health care on the ground and in the air across Tasmania.

16 Apr 2026

Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery

Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery, Alana Wemyss.

14 Apr 2026

Flying Doctor Day is landing on 14 May!

Flying Doctor Day is landing on 14 May!

08 Apr 2026

New 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.

30 Mar 2026

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.

26 Mar 2026

Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW

Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW

24 Mar 2026

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.

24 Mar 2026

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.

20 Mar 2026

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.

20 Mar 2026

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.

20 Mar 2026

You saved Chris’ life - Now he’s running to save others

Chris knows every step of his Sydney Marathon run will save lives.