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Flying Doctor innovation sets new standard for digital care in the air

Flying Doctor innovation sets new standard for digital care in the air

27 Oct 2025

The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT has earned national recognition with an Exemplar Practice award under the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards for its innovative prehospital Electronic Health Record (RFDS EHR).

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19 Sep 2019

Clifford Peel Last Post Ceremony

The Australian War Memorial honoured the legacy of a far-sighted young airman and war hero, Lieutenant John Clifford Peel, whose vision played a great part in the inspiration and design of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

17 Sep 2019

Jemena joins RFDS Queensland Section as corporate supporter

Further strengthening its connection to rural and regional Queensland, leading Australian energy company Jemena has become an official corporate supporter of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) with a generous donation of $30,000.

13 Sep 2019

How to ask R U OK?

Every year on R U OK? Day, we’re reminded to check in with those around us to find out how they’re feeling. Asking the question seems like a simple act, but it can be one of the hardest to ask. Mental health clinical team leader for Far North Queensland, Jos Middleton has a few pointers to share

12 Sep 2019

Have you heard of Sepsis?

Sepsis is responsible for about 5,000 deaths in Australia each year - more than our national road toll and common strains of cancer, according to Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Head of Medical Dr Andrew Hooper.

11 Sep 2019

“Drought is relentless. At times I feel it won’t end."

Please donate to the Royal Flying Doctor Service to help families suffering with the burden of drought.

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10 Sep 2019

Broome RFDS crews float a labour of love at Shinju Festival

Check out our legendary and artistic Broome crews representing at the 2019 Shinju Matsuri Festival float parade!

03 Sep 2019

Cowell volunteers raise $3,600 for Flying Doctor

A dedicated group of Cowell volunteers has raised $3,600 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), representing their fundraising efforts with the support of the Cowell community over the past year.

The red bottom of a jet aircraft as seen from the ground. RFDS is pained in white writing.
30 Aug 2019

Five Flying Years: Federation CEO Martin Laverty Departs

We wish Dr Martin Laverty, former Federation CEO, all the best in his new role as the Secretary General of the Australian Medical Association (AMA).

27 Aug 2019

Clare's story

Medical emergencies don't wait for good weather. Five-year-old Clare discovered this first-hand when her appendix threatened to rupture during one of the worst floods in North Queensland history.

26 Aug 2019

Mental Health in the Bush: Access a fifth the rate of city

RFDS research published by the Medical Journal of Australia, reveals more about mental health in the bush and access to mental health services.

26 Aug 2019

RFDS and Rio Tinto 'Keep Flynn Flying' with unique $20 fundraising campaign

The Keep Flynn Flying campaign features an augmented reality experience where users will be able to bring RFDS founder Reverend John Flynn to life by scanning his image on the $20 note with their phones.

22 Aug 2019

Vale Tim Fischer

The Royal Flying Doctor Service would like to pay respects to the man from country Boree Creek, who became the Deputy Prime Minister and Nationals leader of Australia.

Tim Fischer sits on the steps of an RFDS plane
15 Aug 2019

Tatiara volunteers raise $55,000 for Flying Doctor

A dedicated group of Tatiara volunteers has raised $55,000 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), representing their fundraising efforts with the support of the Tatiara community over the past year.

An aircraft with RFDS logo flies over green paddocks.
14 Aug 2019

Naracoorte volunteers raise $140,000 for Flying Doctor

A dedicated group of local volunteers has raised $140,000 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), representing their fundraising efforts with the support of the Naracoorte community over the past year.

3 people holding an oversized cheque made out to the RFDS for $140,000 smile at the camera.
14 Aug 2019

Millicent volunteers raise $40,000 for Flying Doctor

A dedicated group of local volunteers has raised $40,000 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), representing their fundraising efforts with the support of the Millicent community over the past year.

Three people are smiling at the camera and holding an oversized cheque for $40,000 made out to the RFDS. They are standing in front of a RFDS banner.