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RFDS supports breast cancer patients in the Outback through partnership with McGrath Foundation

10 Oct 2025

Since 2011, the RFDS has employed a dedicated McGrath Cancer Care Nurse supporting people experiencing breast cancer based in Broken Hill, funded by the McGrath Foundation.

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10 May 2024

RFDS tackles tobacco use with Cancer Council NSW

RFDS partners with Cancer Council NSW partner to tackle tobacco use in rural and remote NSW

RFDS partners with Cancer Council NSW partner to tackle tobacco use in rural and remote NSW
09 May 2024

SMART strategies, tools, helping people overcome addiction

Addiction comes in many shapes, and it remains on ongoing challenge for people from all walks of life. This is why the Royal Flying Doctor Service is investing in trained staff and programs to help people understand and overcome their addiction issues.

Wellbeing Place in Broken Hill
18 Apr 2024

RFDS survey to provide regional, rural and remote communities with a voice on healthcare

The Flying Doctor is a lifeline, providing critical care when it’s needed most. But after almost a centenary of service there is still so much to do. We’re calling on the community to share their thoughts on healthcare in regional, rural and remote NSW through our new survey. Open until May.

NSW Your Voice Matters
08 Mar 2024

International Women's Day

We are celebrating by recognising the tremendous efforts of our diverse RFDS women who every day are making a positive difference to the lives of those living and working in rural, regional and remote Australia.

International Women's Day 2024
08 Feb 2024

RFDS named Australia's most reputable charity for 12th time

The RFDS has been recognised as Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the 12th time in RepTrak’s annual charity and not-for-profit study for 2023.

Dental team returning to Dubbo base from clinic
31 Jan 2024

Message from the Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke

RFDSSE Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke discusses the year that was

Dr Saranne Cooke
31 Jan 2024

Message from the CEO, Greg Sam

Our team are excited for what is shaping up as another important year for the Flying Doctor.

Greg Sam
31 Jan 2024

We were there for Chris when he needed us

Needing a flight for pain‑relieving back surgery, the RFDS was ready to help.

 We were there for Chris when he needed us