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A Breath of Confidence: Suzie's Smoke-Free Journey
For Suzie, giving up smoking was a challenge that stretched over years. She was stuck in a cycle of stopping and starting that never went anywhere for long. But something changed when she connected with RFDS Tasmania.
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Jade Pers thought she had seen it all in nearly 10 years as a retrieval nurse for RFDS – but she had never delivered a baby.
International Women's Day 2025
The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia invites you to get to know some of the amazing women making a difference every day.
#122 Dawn's 20,000km journey of the heart
Dawn Beaumont is attempting a 20,000km Duathlon in 200 days to raise 2 million dollars for the RFDS and the Heart Foundation.
RFDS Victoria supported to deliver specialist clinic care to East Gippsland
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Victoria – supported by Amplitude Energy and in partnership with Orbost Regional Health - is pleased to announce a new telehealth offering for endocrinology and pain management in Orbost, providing dedicated specialist appointments closer to home for those who
#121 It takes guts to be Veronica...
Solo hiker and young Mum Veronica suffered a potentially fatal inflammatory bowel episode while walking the Grampians Peak trail.
Health care collaboration the focus of RFDS Victoria’s CEO Horsham visit
Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Victoria Chief Executive Officer Dr Michael Ben-Meir travelled to Horsham on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 February to meet with key health care stakeholders and identify areas where RFDS Victoria can collaborate with local organisations to address the unique health care
ED Nurse's flight path to the RFDS
Zoe had nursing and critical care qualifications and several years of emergency experience to put her in good stead to work at the RFDS. The final thing she needed to be an eligible candidate was her midwifery qualifications.
Simon Wood MP Visits RFDS Tasmania to Discuss Health Initiatives
Simon Wood MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, visited the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania at the hangar at Launceston Airport last week to discuss the RFDS’s physical and mental health programs delivered across the state.
Employer Statement – WGEA Gender Pay Gap
At RFDS Victoria, we are committed to fostering a positive, fair, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of gender or identity.
Succession assured for Australia’s premier motoring fundraising events
After 35 years and over $36 million raised for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the Outback Car Trek (OCT) has ensured its future by transferring ownership and management of its premier motoring fundraising events to the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE).
Renewed support from Beach to bush
Beach Energy has extended its major sponsorship of RFDS SA/NT to support the continual upgrade of Flying Doctor aircraft and life-saving equipment.
Birtles & Bean Complete Their Epic Journey raising funds for the RFDS
Matthew Benns and Warren Brown’s journey retracing Francis Birtles’ historic trek has raised over $120,000 to support life-saving RFDS services.
RFDS Budget Submission seeks greater primary healthcare access in the bush
In the 2025-26 Commonwealth Budget, the RFDS is driven by the recently finalised Strategic Partnership with the Australian Government to address the significant health needs of those living in rural and remote parts of our country, seeking further investment in primary healthcare services.
Flying Doctor is Australia’s ‘Most Reputable Charity’ for 13th year, says Charity RepTrak ™ 2024
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has once again ranked first in the Charity Benchmark 40 by Charity RepTrak - and has done so for 13 of the 14 years that the study has been conducted.
How You Can Support Your Youth's Mental Health
Our Mental Health Team Leader, Meagan Chivers, wants parents of youth to know that open communication is crucial in helping them cope when times get tough.
