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Far West Extreme Wet Weather Response

24 Feb 2026

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is here for our Far West communities as this significant wet weather continues. We know many people are dealing with difficult conditions, and we want to reassure everyone that we’re doing everything we can to keep healthcare accessible and reliable.

More details
21 Jan 2026

Vale Professor The Honourable Dame Marie Bashir

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is deeply saddened by the passing of Dame Marie Bashir. Dame Marie Bashir served as joint Patron of the RFDS South Eastern Section with her husband, the late Sir Nicholas Shehadie, during her term as Governor of New South Wales from 2001 to 2014.

Vale Dame Marie Bashir
12 Jan 2026

There are thousands of reasons to thank you

See the special video to celebrate the impact your support has made in 2025.

Thank you for being there for families in 2025
29 Dec 2025

Your fellow supporters bringing critical healthcare to remote communities

Queanbeyan locals, Chris and son Harry went on a high-flying fundraising adventure with the Outback Air Race.

Chris and his son Harry during the 2025 Outback Air Race
27 Dec 2025

Tiarnie is smiling like never before, because you care

Tiarnie’s root canal surgery in Lightning Ridge was a positive experience, thanks to you.

Tiarnie and Emma-Lee are grateful for the RFDS Dental service
15 Dec 2025

RFDS helping to protect against Japanese Encephalitis

The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section is encouraging residents of rural and remote NSW to protect themselves from Japanese Encephalitis this summer after earlier than expected detections of the mosquito-borne virus.

Mosquito
28 Nov 2025

Expanded Mental Health Services for Far West NSW: Renovated Wellbeing Place Opens in Broken Hill

The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section is pleased to announce the official opening of the newly renovated Wellbeing Place in Broken Hill on Monday, 24 November 2025, delivering expanded mental health, wellbeing, and alcohol and other drug support.

Broken Hill Wellbeing Place
28 Nov 2025

Don’t wait until it’s urgent. RFDSSE encourages men to prioritise health

There’s a reason that primary care has long been called the ‘frontline’ of medicine. Better access to preventative and ongoing primary care keeps people healthier, helps detect issues earlier, reduces hospitalisations, and ultimately strengthens communities.

Primary Health Patient
20 Nov 2025

Ruth believes in the power of a regular donation

Ruth believes in the power of making a regular donation, and hopes you will, too.

Ruth believes in a regular donation