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18 Sep 2025

RFDS Tasmania Honours Lindsay Millar OAM

In a touching tribute to a man whose life has been defined by service, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania has renamed its education simulator the "Lindsay Millar OAM", celebrating Lindsay’s remarkable 60 years of dedication to the organisation.

18 Sep 2025

You gave Jane strength, so she can give back to others

Now Jane is working as a lived experience counsellor giving back to others, thanks to your support.

17 Sep 2025

Keeping 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.

15 Sep 2025

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.

07 Sep 2025

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.

06 Sep 2025

New RFDS community champion all about connections

Victoria Nancarrow is at her happiest meeting people.

01 Sep 2025

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.

01 Sep 2025

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.

30 Aug 2025

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.

29 Aug 2025

You made early detection and access to life-saving treatment possible

You made early detection and access to life-saving treatment possible for Daniel.

28 Aug 2025

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).

28 Aug 2025

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.

27 Aug 2025

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.

26 Aug 2025

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.

26 Aug 2025

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.