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Chief Exec RFDS Emma Buchanan receiving award from Cathy Johnson from Readers Digest

Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand Charity 2025 announced

13 Jun 2025

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is humbled to have been announced, for the 5th consecutive year, as Australia’s ‘Most Trusted’ charity brand in the Readers Digest Trusted Brands Australia 2025.

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06 Feb 2024

Ryman Healthcare Australia chosen charity 2024

RFDS Victoria has been selected as Ryman Healthcare Australia’s chosen charity for 2024!

RFDS Vic staff at the Ryman family fun day.
05 Feb 2024

RFDS Victoria launches its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Roadmap 2023-26

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Victoria (RFDS VIC) is pleased to launch its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Roadmap 2023-26.

RFDS staff member and patient smile as they talk.
01 Feb 2024

Underpayment of worked overtime for past and present RFDS VIC NEPT employees and related roles

A statement on underpayment of worked overtime for past and present RFDS VIC NEPT employees and employees in related roles

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30 Jan 2024

RFDS WA Board Member Professor Fiona Wood recognised in Australia Day Honours

The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Western Australia proudly congratulates board member Professor Fiona Wood on her inclusion in the Australia Day Honours List.

Professor Fiona Wood
29 Jan 2024

RFDS named Australia's Most Reputable Charity

The RFDS was recently recognised as Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the 12th time in Reptrak’s annual charity and not-for-profit study (2023). Find out more.

Australia's most reputable charity
04 Jan 2024

Can you help us to understand our impact?

Take this quick survey and help us to understand the impact of the RFDS on Western Australia.

RFDS WA Jet flying through the sky
03 Jan 2024

#78 Australia, to the USA, to Kenya and back home again

Dr. Mardi Steere, now a vital member of the RFDS, returned to her hometown of Adelaide five years ago after a diverse medical career abroad. In this interview, she reflects on her journey to becoming a doctor, her overseas adventures, and delivering essential healthcare to rural and remote Australia

Dr Mardi on Airstrip Remote region
21 Dec 2023

RFDS & Cooper Energy Announce 3 Year Partnership Extension

RFDS Victoria is pleased to share Cooper Energy's Legacy Foundation has signed another three-year partnership agreement, continuing its support of RFDS Victoria’s rural health programs.

RFDS car on the road
21 Dec 2023

#77 Dr Katrina Starmer tells how she was inspired to become a Flying Doctor

Dr Katrina Starmer works with our RFDS Queensland team. Katrina tells of how she was inspired to become a Flying Doctor, years ago, when she was out mustering on a remote property that belonged to the family of her school friend. Listen today!

Katrina Starmer
19 Dec 2023

Josie Alec joins RFDS WA Board

RFDS WA is proud to announce Kuruma Marthudunera (KM) traditional owner and business identity Josie Alec has joined its Board of Directors.

Josie Alec RFDS WA
14 Dec 2023

#76 Stephen Peacocke reflects on playing 'flight nurse Pete' in 'RFDS

Had a lovely, relaxed chat with renowned Australian actor, Stephen Peacocke, who plays flight nurse 'Pete Emerson' on the RFDS TV drama. We talk about growing up in regional NSW, mustering cattle by motor-bike on a remote station, becoming an actor, and then his most recent work on set as 'Pete'.

Stephen Peacocke
08 Dec 2023

#75 Interview with renowned Australian actor and writer Ian Meadows

Discover the behind-the-scenes magic of RFDS TV Drama Series 3 in a revealing podcast episode. Writer Ian Meadows spills secrets, promising authentic, intense stories, giving a sneak peek into the captivating world of the Royal Flying Doctor Service

Ian Meadows with Wife and Child
07 Dec 2023

Statement - RFDS (Queensland Section) Nurses EBA

Our nurses have voted over the past three days on the proposed RFDS enterprise agreement.

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06 Dec 2023

RFDS Embraces New Partnership with HCF, Strengthening Commitment to Rural and Remote Health

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and HCF, Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, have announced a new multi-million-dollar major national partnership to support the health and wellbeing of rural and remote Australians.

HCF Partnership Launch SANT Base
30 Nov 2023

#74 The song was a gift to her children, in case they lose her

Juliette faces daily challenges due to a severe medical condition, often requiring critical care from the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Despite the rocky road ahead, she remains optimistic with the support of her loving family.

Juliette McAleer