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Graphic: RFDS patient Robert Crilly
When ritual meets rescue: Robert's story
During a cultural ceremony in outback South Australia, Robert was struck by a sudden illness, sparking deep concern among family and friends. In need of urgent medical help, he was hundreds of kilometres from the nearest major hospital.
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Generous act raises money for Flying Doctor
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A Father's Day to remember
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Your support keeps the Flying Doctor in the air
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James goes boots and all in fun run for the RFDS
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Judith Barker commences as RFDS Western Operations CEO today
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Meet the Flying Doctor team at the 2022 Brunswick Show
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RFDS Victoria holds its first gala dinner in three years
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Five Minutes With… Mental Health
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Little Charleville local shares her RFDS experience for Juiced TV
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The Flying Doctor is soaring further for emotional wellbeing during Queensland Mental Health Week
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Qantas is set to celebrate 100 years since the first mail flight
10 Oct 2022The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) celebrates its proud history with Qantas, as the commercial airline celebrates 100 years of passenger flying.
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