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ACRRM and Royal Flying Doctor Service launch a state-first registrar training opportunity

24 Apr 2025

In a New South Wales-first, the Australian College for Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is partnering with the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) to launch NSW’s new Remote Medicine Advanced Skills Training (AST) post delivered outside of a hospital setting.

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21 May 2024

Ruth’s a champion for the Flying Doctor

In the remote landscapes of rural NSW, Ruth Sandow’s story with the Royal Flying Doctor Service unfolds as a testament to determination and community spirit.

Ruth Sandow a champion of the RFDS
10 May 2024

RFDS tackles tobacco use with Cancer Council NSW

RFDS partners with Cancer Council NSW partner to tackle tobacco use in rural and remote NSW

RFDS partners with Cancer Council NSW partner to tackle tobacco use in rural and remote NSW
09 May 2024

SMART strategies, tools, helping people overcome addiction

Addiction comes in many shapes, and it remains on ongoing challenge for people from all walks of life. This is why the Royal Flying Doctor Service is investing in trained staff and programs to help people understand and overcome their addiction issues.

Wellbeing Place in Broken Hill
18 Apr 2024

RFDS survey to provide regional, rural and remote communities with a voice on healthcare

The Flying Doctor is a lifeline, providing critical care when it’s needed most. But after almost a centenary of service there is still so much to do. We’re calling on the community to share their thoughts on healthcare in regional, rural and remote NSW through our new survey. Open until May.

NSW Your Voice Matters
08 Mar 2024

International Women's Day

We are celebrating by recognising the tremendous efforts of our diverse RFDS women who every day are making a positive difference to the lives of those living and working in rural, regional and remote Australia.

International Women's Day 2024
08 Feb 2024

RFDS named Australia's most reputable charity for 12th time

The RFDS has been recognised as Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the 12th time in RepTrak’s annual charity and not-for-profit study for 2023.

Dental team returning to Dubbo base from clinic
31 Jan 2024

Outback walk raises vital mental health and wellbeing awareness

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

Outback walk raises vital mental health and wellbeing awareness
31 Jan 2024

Message from the Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke

RFDSSE Chair, Dr Saranne Cooke discusses the year that was

Dr Saranne Cooke