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Inspiring future medics with the Rural Doctors Network
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.
More detailsTaking care of your mental wellbeing
Our mental health team shares some tips about how to take care of yourself, where to go for help, and explains how the RFDS helps.
Launceston engineer wins national award
Launceston Engineer Greg Foot has been recognised by the Federation Board of the Royal Flying Doctor Service at an award ceremony in Canberra. Greg was presented the award by Minister for Rural Health Bridget McKenzie
A lasting legacy
I am hoping that the bequest that I am leaving the Flying Doctor will continue to help in some small way
Message from the president
Ruth Sandow, RFDS SE President, lives at Pimpara Lake Station, 200km north of Broken Hill. Like many other farmers in far western NSW, Ruth and her family are dealing with one of the worst droughts on record. Here, she shares her experiences and personal photos of what she’s seeing on the land.
New aircraft means more healthcare to more people
Aeroplanes are both a practical necessity and a magical part of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. So when a new aeroplane joins the team it is cause for celebration. This year there was even more reason to rejoice with four new aircraft joining our growing fleet!
Drought isn’t just about rain
Please donate to the Royal Flying Doctor Service to help our farmers through the drought.
Centenary grant supports kids’ dental health
The help of the Commonwealth Bank and the Dubbo Support Group is hugely valued as it allows us to push ahead and continue to improve the dental health of people living in and around Bourke...
