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Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW

26 Mar 2026

Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW

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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
21 Dec 2023

RFDS receives grant under the NGO Flood Recovery Program

The RFDS is delighted to receive government recognition for our life-saving work delivering health clinics to flood-affected rural areas across NSW, with a $200,000 grant to help sustain these life-saving services as communities continue to recover from the devastation.

RFDS receives grant under the NGO Flood Recovery Program
19 Dec 2023

Royal Flying Doctor Service set to open GP clinic in Condobolin

The Central West NSW town of Condobolin will soon have access to increased local medical services

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15 Nov 2023

Year in Review Message from our Chair Saranne Cooke

RFDSSE Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke, shares her highlights from 2023-24.

Cultural immersion in Broken Hill
23 Oct 2023

Rhonda defies the odds after lifesaving flight to Adelaide

Doctors didn’t know if the Broken Hill resident would survive the flight but Rhonda credits the RFDS for saving her life.

Rhonda Vickers
23 Oct 2023

Message from the Chair October 2023

RFDSSE Chair thankful for your ongoing support

Saranne Cooke