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Sharleen needed our help

RFDS helps Sharleen Maxwell who was in labour

25 Jul 2024

Sharleen Maxwell was in labour and the Flying Doctor was there to help.

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Outback walk raises vital mental health and wellbeing awareness

Outback walk raises vital mental health and wellbeing awareness

31 Jan 2024

Dirt, storms and heat doesn’t stop Marg and Alli from completing 300 kilometre walk for mental health awareness.

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Greg Sam

Message from the CEO, Greg Sam

31 Jan 2024

Our team are excited for what is shaping up as another important year for the Flying Doctor.

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Tamlyn soars to new heights as a Pilot for the Flying Doctor

Tamlyn soars to new heights as a Pilot for the Flying Doctor

31 Jan 2024

Tamlyn Gresser knew from a young age that she wanted to be a pilot for the Royal Flying Doctor Service so when she joined the organisation in January 2022, it was the realisation of a dream.

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Aussies smash Oceans to Outback challenge

Aussies smash Oceans to Outback challenge raising much needed critical funds

31 Jan 2024

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

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Ruth Sandow's inspiring path with the RFDS

Ruth Sandow's inspiring path with the RFDS

30 Jan 2024

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.

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Tips to prepare your child for new school year

Preparing children and yourself for the new school year

29 Jan 2024

Preparing children (and yourself) for the new school year

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Two new executive appointments at leading not-for-profit, RFDSSE

Two new executive appointments at Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section)

22 Jan 2024

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. 

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RFDS receives grant under the NGO Flood Recovery Program

RFDS receives grant under the NGO Flood Recovery Program

21 Dec 2023

The RFDS is delighted to receive government recognition for our life-saving work delivering health clinics to flood-affected rural areas across NSW, with a $200,000 grant to help sustain these life-saving services as communities continue to recover from the devastation.

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