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Thanks to you, Judy is back on her feet after her hip dislocated in Cobar

You turned distance into pure relief for Judy, and she is so grateful

29 Apr 2026

Judy is so grateful that she was able to get to the specialist care she needed when her hip unexpectedly dislocated while caravanning near Cobar.

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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

RFDS receives award for Electronic Health Record

Ground‑breaking new RFDS technology receives prestigious innovator award.

RFDS receives award for Electronic Health Record
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
31 Jan 2024

Outback walk raises vital mental health and wellbeing awareness

Dirt, storms and heat doesn’t stop Marg and Alli from completing 300 kilometre walk for mental health awareness.

Outback walk raises vital mental health and wellbeing awareness
30 Jan 2024

Ruth Sandow's inspiring path with the RFDS

In the remote landscapes of rural New South Wales, Ruth Sandow's story with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) unfolds as a testament to determination and community spirit.

Ruth Sandow's inspiring path with the RFDS
29 Jan 2024

Preparing children and yourself for the new school year

Preparing children (and yourself) for the new school year

Tips to prepare your child for new school year
22 Jan 2024

Two new executive appointments at Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section)

The RFDS (South Eastern Section) (RFDSSE) has made two new executive appointments, with Dr Shannon Nott joining as the Executive General Manager – Health & Clinical Services and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), and Mark Davey joining as Executive General Manager – Aviation & Operations. 

Two new executive appointments at leading not-for-profit, RFDSSE