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Flight Nurse Lydia Newton 

Prepared to Take-off for 90 Years in NSW: Flying Doctor Day 2026

17 May 2026

Flying Doctor Day on Sunday 17 May celebrates the anniversary of the first ever RFDS flight in 1928. It’s an annual event we mark as a reminder of just how far our impact has deepened throughout rural and remote communities over the years.

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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

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
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

Aussies smash Oceans to Outback challenge raising much needed critical funds

Thank you to our supporters who took part running, walking and cycling in our national Oceans to Outback challenge.

Aussies smash Oceans to Outback challenge
31 Jan 2024

Message from the Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke

RFDSSE Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke discusses the year that was

Dr Saranne Cooke
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