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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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09 Feb 2026

RFDS welcomes new GP to its Warren Medical Centre

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is delighted to announce highly-skilled Rural Generalist Dr Pretorius Francois is starting at Warren

Francois
04 Feb 2026

Wes reached out to talk - your kindness helped connect him with life-changing support

Wes found the right mental health support thanks to you.

Wes, pictured here at his new home in Stud Park, found the right support thanks to you.
28 Jan 2026

RFDS Heatwave Update: We’re Still Here for You

As this extended heatwave continues across NSW - with inland areas experiencing some of the hottest conditions in decades - we want our communities to know that RFDS services remain operational.

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27 Jan 2026

Thanks to you, Indi is a happy, healthy toddler today

Your compassion saved Indi’s life and gave Joelene her wish for a complete family.

Your compassion saved Indi’s life and gave Joelene her wish for a complete family.
22 Jan 2026

Tom became a regular giver and is eager to make a difference, just like you

After speaking with fundraiser Paul, Tom was keen to support our ‘good work’ on a regular basis.

Tom became a regular giver and is eager to make a difference, just like you
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