The RFDS in SA/NT

News

A healthier connection: High-speed Wi-Fi hits outback communities
A new initiative delivering high-speed public Wi-Fi to outback towns will help transform healthcare access for residents, workers and visitors in remote South Australia.
More detailsA promise delivered: 2020 in review
We reflect on 2020 - an extraordinary year in rural and remote health.

JANUARY: Keeping a bird’s eye view on wellbeing
Keeping a bird’s eye view on mental health and wellbeing.

FEBRUARY: Flying across a pandemic
The RFDS was the first aeromedical organisation to manage a positive COVID-19 case on Australian soil.

MARCH: New services making locals smile
New RFDS Remote Oral Health Care Services open in Mutitjulu in Central Australia and Leigh Creek in South Australia.

APRIL: Diabetes results improve during COVID-19 shutdown
Digital health consultations soared in April as the RFDS found innovative new ways to connect with isolated communities during COVID-19 – with some unexpected results.

MAY: First online quiz visits Hollywood
A ‘virtual’ Night in Hollywood attracts movie buffs from Sydney to Switzerland as the RFDS holds its first ever online quiz.

JUNE: Reaching new heights of community care
The RFDS steps up during the COVID-19 pandemic, transporting patients, pathology tests and even school students across the borders.

JULY: Doubling our jet power
The RFDS welcomes its latest addition to the fleet, unveiling a $14 million purpose-built aeromedical jet dedicated to improving and saving the lives of all Territorians.
