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The ground breaking at Launceston Airport for RFDS Tasmania new base

New RFDS Tasmania Home Off to a Flying Start

08 Apr 2026

RFDS Tasmania's new aeromedical facility is right around the corner - officially breaking ground at Launceston Airport this week.

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15 Dec 2020

2020 RFDS Queensland Hero announced

The 2020 RFDS Queensland Hero is Bede Little, a first responder who has also fundraised for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS).

2020 RFDS Queensland Hero Bede Little
14 Dec 2020

Urgent flight for Albany baby

“Seeing your baby turn blue and struggling to breathe is terrifying,” says Albany mum, Tammy. When four-month-old baby Grace was struggling to breathe, Tammy remained level-headed to provide her daughter with the best fighting chance.

Urgent flight for Albany baby
11 Dec 2020

A promise delivered: 2020 in review

We reflect on 2020 - an extraordinary year in rural and remote health.

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11 Dec 2020

JANUARY: Keeping a bird’s eye view on wellbeing

Keeping a bird’s eye view on mental health and wellbeing.

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11 Dec 2020

FEBRUARY: Flying across a pandemic

The RFDS was the first aeromedical organisation to manage a positive COVID-19 case on Australian soil.

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11 Dec 2020

MARCH: New services making locals smile

New RFDS Remote Oral Health Care Services open in Mutitjulu in Central Australia and Leigh Creek in South Australia.

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11 Dec 2020

APRIL: Diabetes results improve during COVID-19 shutdown

Digital health consultations soared in April as the RFDS found innovative new ways to connect with isolated communities during COVID-19 – with some unexpected results.

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11 Dec 2020

MAY: First online quiz visits Hollywood

A ‘virtual’ Night in Hollywood attracts movie buffs from Sydney to Switzerland as the RFDS holds its first ever online quiz.

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11 Dec 2020

JUNE: Reaching new heights of community care

The RFDS steps up during the COVID-19 pandemic, transporting patients, pathology tests and even school students across the borders.

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11 Dec 2020

JULY: Doubling our jet power

The RFDS welcomes its latest addition to the fleet, unveiling a $14 million purpose-built aeromedical jet dedicated to improving and saving the lives of all Territorians.

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11 Dec 2020

AUGUST: Celebrating frontline workers in the International Year of the Nurse & Midwife

Celebrating frontline workers in the International Year of the Nurse & Midwife

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11 Dec 2020

SEPTEMBER: Providing the finest care in rain, hail or shine

Providing the finest care in rain, hail or shine at South Australia’s first regional Patient Transfer Facility.

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11 Dec 2020

OCTOBER: Strengthening our corporate and community support

Strengthening our corporate and community support – with thanks to you! Senex Energy extends its sponsorship to $1 million as our supporters dig deep.

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11 Dec 2020

NOVEMBER: Creating welcoming places for Indigenous patients

Creating welcoming places for Indigenous patients with new artwork unveiled during NAIDOC Week.

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11 Dec 2020

RFDS named Australia's Most Reputable Charity

The RFDS is named Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the ninth year.

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