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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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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

Generous gift by the Bartle family focuses on mental health services

The late Dr Stuart and Mrs Bonnie Bartle have left a legacy that will continue for generations to come.

Generous gift by the Bartle family
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

Behind the scenes tour gives Narellan Rotary Club great appreciation of our work

Visit to Dubbo Base shows long‑time supporters the work of the Flying Doctor.

Narellan Rotary Club
31 Jan 2024

Tamlyn soars to new heights as a Pilot for the Flying Doctor

Tamlyn Gresser knew from a young age that she wanted to be a pilot for the Royal Flying Doctor Service so when she joined the organisation in January 2022, it was the realisation of a dream.

Tamlyn soars to new heights as a Pilot for the Flying Doctor