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Bird flying. Credit: Alex Mayes and Allan Coker

Inspiring future medics with the Rural Doctors Network

20 Jun 2025

We have strong relationships with some of Australia’s leading rural healthcare not-for-profits, united in our efforts to stop location being a barrier to healthcare. This June, we collaborated with the Rural Doctors Network to inspire the next generation of medics.

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18 Jan 2019

A small boy’s rescue by his heroes

“My son knew about the RFDS. He is obsessed with planes... He was thrilled to know he was in a Flying Doctor plane."

Cruz Prior
17 Jan 2019

Message from South Eastern Section President Ruth Sandow

Ruth Sandow, RFDS SE President, reflects the 90th anniversary year of the RFDS in 2018 and the inspirational development of the aeromedical service that remains vital today.

Ruth Sandow
17 Jan 2019

Courtney's Story

“You don’t realise how remote it is out there until you need help. It was spectacular to watch the Flying Doctor in action.”

Courtney with nurse
06 Dec 2018

Life can shatter in a heartbeat

When Mel took her 11-week old baby daughter Keiley to the hospital with breathing difficulties, she never expected the shocking turn of events.

Patient in RFDS plane
29 Nov 2018

Annual results show Flying Doctor's mental health services are growing

Annual results announced at the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section's AGM show an increased focus on mental health.

Doctor steps off RFDS plane
24 Oct 2018

Invictus Games Gold for Flying Doctor Base Manager

RFDS Broken Hill Base Manager Marcus Wilson was so focused on the sailing that he almost didn’t noticed Prince Harry in the boat next to him. Here, Marcus shares the excitement of representing Australia and the RFDS in the Invictus Games

Marcus Wilson sailing
17 Oct 2018

Royal couple lights up RFDS Dubbo Base

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited the RFDS Dubbo Base and revealed the name of the new aircraft. Read all about the exciting day here...

TRH Prince Harry and Meghan reveal name of new aircraft