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Outback Guardian Honour Wall

The Outback Guardian Honour Wall; Where your generosity becomes a lasting legacy

25 May 2026

Our new Outback Guardian Honour Wall tells your stories and exists to say thank you publicly and proudly to the people who make the future of our services possible.

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08 Mar 2026

Championing equitable healthcare for women in remote NSW

Flying Doctor champions equitable healthcare for women in remote NSW – delivering essential services many communities would not otherwise have.

IWD 2026
24 Feb 2026

Far West Extreme Wet Weather Response

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.

Flooding in rural area
23 Feb 2026

Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section welcomes new Retrieval Doctors and Flight Nurses

In February 2026, five Retrieval Doctors start their orientation with one of the world’s famous aeromedical providers, the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE). Accompanying them are three Flight Nurses, two of whom joined the service in the last few months.

RFDS doctor training with medical equipment
19 Feb 2026

You are the reason babies in the bush are with their families

It is only with your support that every Flight Nurse, like Karen Barlow, can continue receiving world-class training for birthing emergencies.

Flight Nurse and qualified midwife Karen Barlow
16 Feb 2026

Glendonbrook Foundation backs major upgrade to Clive Bishop Medical Centre in Broken Hill

The Glendonbrook Foundation has committed $400,000 to support the upcoming renovation of the Clive Bishop Medical Centre (CBMC) in Broken Hill.

CBMC frontage
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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