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The Flying Doctor helps tackle one of Far Western NSW’s most common cancers with skin clinics
Melanoma of the skin is expected to be one of the most common cancers in Far Western New South Wales in 2025. We hold normal clinics where our skilled clinical teams conduct routine skin checks across NSW. But as of April 2025, our clinical team were armed with new equipment to boost diagnoses.
More detailsWhen I was diagnosed with cancer, I was terrified!
"When I was diagnosed with cancer, I knew it was going to be a long road ahead, living so far from doctors and the treatment I needed. I was terrified.” – Peter from Lightning Ridge
Dubbo Visitor Experience features in new series, Love an Aussie Road Trip
Dubbo Visitor Experience listed as a top attraction on NSW Government and Australia Day Council of NSW series, Love an Aussie Road Trip
Flying Doctor lives up to its vision
When Liz’s eye started bleeding, she was afraid she would lose her sight.
Flying Doctor’s Wellbeing Place helping rural Australians recover from a tough 2020
After a year of unexpected challenges, more and more families are using our vital mental health services for support.
The White Cliff Wagners get creative for the RFDS
Dick Wagner is an avid community fundraiser and well-known member of the community in White Cliffs, a small town of 100 people, 255km north of Broken Hill.
Loving father Jacob has use of his arm thanks to your generous support
After a collision on his dirt bike, the 21-year-old needed emergency surgery to save his arm.
Rosemary’s family needed the Flying Doctor
Rosemary’s family needed the Flying Doctor, now she donates to help other families get the care they need
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Whether it’s a spectacular shot of the Flying Doctor in the Australian outback, an emotional time when the Flying Doctor has been there for you or a loved one, or a fun picture that captures a special moment at our Dubbo or Broken Hill Visitor Experience, we want to see your snaps and hear the story
