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Royal Flying Doctor Service once again bound for the Bash in 2025
The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) is once again taking flight for the Mundi Mundi Plains as an official charity partner of the 2025 Mundi Mundi Bash festival.
More detailsMarree clinic set for $1.73 million makeover
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is set to redevelop the existing Marree Remote Area Clinic into a new state-of-the-art health precinct to service Far North communities.
STATEMENT: RFDS welcomes Health Minister's announcement of new Office of Rural Health
A statement from Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) CEO, Meredith Staib on the announcement of a new Office of Rural Health
Midwifery scholarship in memory of Savanna Addis
A midwifery scholarship commemorating the life of inspirational Western Australian Savanna Addis has been established in a joint partnership between the Royal Flying Doctor Service and Rural Health West.
Port Pirie volunteers raise $14,000 for Flying Doctor
A dedicated group of local volunteers has raised $14,000 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), representing their fundraising efforts with the support of the Port Pirie community over the past year.
Flying Doctor showcases unique aero medical skills at 2019 Mining Emergency Response Competition
Western Australia's Flying Doctor crew showcased the preparation and considerations made when aero medically retrieving a patient with burn injuries at the 2019 Mining Emergency Response Competition (MERC) held at Langley Park, November 22-24.
RFDS innovation recognised at SA Health Supplier Awards
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has proudly accepted the 2019 SA Health "Supplier Innovation" Award, recognising the introduction of the new RFDS Medi-Jet 24 to its fleet.
Fleurieu volunteers raise $20,000 for Flying Doctor
A dedicated group of local volunteers has raised $20,000 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), representing their fundraising efforts with the support of the Fleurieu community over the past year.
RFDS Victoria Annual Report 18-19
A key focus of RFDS Victoria in the 18/19 financial year was partnering with regional stakeholders to deliver better outcomes for communities. By delivering tailored, local programs we are enabling regional and rural Australians to take control of their health.
RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility wins NT's Best Visitor Experience
The RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility is proud to be a 2019 Brolga NT Tourism Award recipient.
RFDS Pilot Makes a Surprise Visit to Kent Street Senior High School
RFDS Pilot, Drazen Tolic surprised Harrison Clarke during his aviation class to thank him for his generous donation to the Flying Doctor. Harrison, a year seven student, donated his birthday money to the RFDS this year in support of the service that has cared for his grandfather and close friend.
Case Study: Community Midwifery
“I see the same RFDS Midwife every month, in my own home – the care is just fantastic.”
Rescue flight to the Flinders
“Henry was so unwell, I feared he would deteriorate and go into shock.”
Case Study: Aboriginal Health Coordinator
“Often a barrier to medical care is ‘worry’ about leaving family members behind in community – even when it is at the expense of receiving medical treatment for themselves."
Flying Doctor recognised at 2019 Make a Difference Awards
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) of Western Australia is proud to have been recognised for its contribution to the provision of youth mental health services at the 2019 Youth Focus Make a Difference Awards.
"We knew she was in safe hands..."
“We did not anticipate the situation of our gorgeous girl, Calvary, arriving early. The panic set in straight away on how to get her over to Melbourne for the open-heart surgery she required.” Sofia said.
