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Roy's Ride - 1300km for the Flying Doctor
When Roy Butler heard about our Lighting the Way Flare Tour, not only did he offer a message of support for our legacy in NSW, but he also offered his time, a motorbike and three days on the road advocating for remote and regional communities.
More detailsRFDS Victoria 2020 AGM Forum: Rising to the Challenge
Watch the recording of our first ever online AGM Forum to hear how we have rallied and adapted to an incredibly challenging year, and the opportunities
'Most Reputable' Charity for 2020
The Royal Flying Doctor Service takes out 'Most Reputable' charity in 2020 Reptrak Survey
‘Darn a Good Yarn’ launches to bring joy this holiday season
Today a new Aussie book launches that has, like a good Christmas pudding, been a long time in the making.
Santa won't be the only red-belly in the skies this Christmas
Help keep the Flying Doctor's red-bellies and crews in the air by making a donation this Christmas.
Flying Doctor Telehealth goes national
Commonwealth Government funding is enabling RFDS Victoria to take its telehealth platform national.
2020 RFDS Local Hero Award recipients announced
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has announced nine regional 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winners – each representing one of its base locations.
Flying Doctor lifeline to station life
Lying on a claypan after being flung from a motorbike on the Clifton Hills Station in the far north-east corner of South Australia, station manager Peter Nunn knew the RFDS was on the way.
New service helps locals smile
As COVID-19 restrictions temporarily closed dental services across the nation, the RFDS worked on opening a new one in outback SA.
Outback Ordeal
Young Jackeroo Tommy was struck down by illness and was a very long way from the help he needed.
Technology to support better health
Digital patient medical bags will soon arm the Flying Doctor with lifesaving technological support for patients in rural and remote Australia, thanks to a generous donation from Mrs Gina Rinehart and the Rinehart Medical Foundation.
IGA add piece to the fundraising puzzle
Independent Grocers of Australia stores are putting the pieces together for a strong November fundraising campaign for the RFDS.
Senex gives one million reasons to celebrate
Valued corporate partner Senex Energy has extended its support for the RFDS Central Operations to $1 million with a further three-year major sponsorship.
Winning horse fills Flying Doctor cup
When Irish galloper Twilight Payment crossed the finish line first in this year’s Melbourne Cup the RFDS won its own $50,000 prize via its volunteer support group on Kangaroo Island.
Western Operations Flight Nurse marks 30 years of service with the Flying Doctor
Congratulations are in order for Flight Nurse Marianne Testi who today marks 30 years of service with the Flying Doctor.
Swim for your Flying Doctor at the 2021 Rottnest Channel Swim
Looking for a charity to throw your support behind? Look no further than the Royal Flying Doctor Service who provide a 'mantle of safety' to all who live, work and travel throughout WA, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
