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Partnering for a more inclusive future
The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia was proud to host its first Indigenous nursing student as part of a new partnership with Murdoch University.
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#77 Dr Katrina Starmer tells how she was inspired to become a Flying Doctor
21 Dec 2023Dr 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!
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Josie Alec joins RFDS WA Board
19 Dec 2023RFDS WA is proud to announce Kuruma Marthudunera (KM) traditional owner and business identity Josie Alec has joined its Board of Directors.
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#76 Stephen Peacocke reflects on playing 'flight nurse Pete' in 'RFDS
14 Dec 2023Had 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'.
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#75 Interview with renowned Australian actor and writer Ian Meadows
08 Dec 2023Discover 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
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Statement - RFDS (Queensland Section) Nurses EBA
07 Dec 2023Our nurses have voted over the past three days on the proposed RFDS enterprise agreement.
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RFDS Embraces New Partnership with HCF, Strengthening Commitment to Rural and Remote Health
06 Dec 2023The 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.
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#74 The song was a gift to her children, in case they lose her
30 Nov 2023Juliette 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.
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RFDS celebrates 200 helicopter retrievals
23 Nov 2023200 patients of all ages have been transferred by the Fortescue Heli-Med Service EC145 helicopters since they joined the RFDS fleet 18 months ago.
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A close shave: Ash's story
23 Nov 2023After regaining consciousness following a mustering mishap, station owner Ash spotted his battered motorbike in nearby scrub. The damage to his own body remained a mystery.
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Behind the scenes of an RFDS outback mission
23 Nov 2023Have you ever wondered what a Flying Doctor mission in the outback looks like? Get a unique behind-the-scenes perspective as we follow young patient Tyler’s journey with the RFDS.
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Yarning with the 'Flying Doctor mob'
23 Nov 2023As a silent mental health crisis continues its deepening hold in the remote heartlands of Australia, the RFDS is trying to stop it in its tracks.
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$3 million in miles: Meet our inspiring 'Oceans to Outback' participants
20 Nov 2023This October, the Flying Doctor once again challenged people across the country to walk, run or ride and raise funds. Find out how much was raised and meet participants with inspiring RFDS stories.
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Rural recognition for the RFDS
20 Nov 2023The RFDS's very own Dr Ishani Kaluthotage was recently named Rural Registrar of the Year for her contributions to rural and remote health care.
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A driving force: Peter Kittle Motor Company increases support for RFDS SA/NT
15 Nov 2023Renowned Australian car dealership Peter Kittle Motor Company recently guaranteed its commitment to rural and remote health and wellbeing, signing a new three-year agreement with RFDS SA/NT.
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Royal Flying Doctor Service Receives Prestigious Innovator Award for Electronic Health Record
14 Nov 2023In an outstanding achievement, the RFDS has been honored with the Rural/Remote Health Innovator of the Year award for its groundbreaking Electronic Health Record Project.
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