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Ron Wilson and wife Fay

A breath of good fortune: Ron's story

01 May 2026

For avid traveler Ron Wilson, hitting the road and heading out bush in his caravan is the ultimate bliss. But this time last year, he almost didn’t make it home.

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18 Sep 2020

Bay to Birdwood

The 2020 Bay to Birdwood is proud to announce that the RFDS is this year's Charity Partner! Donate Now!

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01 Sep 2020

A gift from the heart

The Flying Doctor recently visited Kangaroo Island to give back to a community in recovery from this summer's devastating bushfires.

01 Sep 2020

Regional Patient Transfer Facility marks first 100 days

The RFDS Mount Gambier Patient Transfer Facility – the first of its kind in regional South Australia – has completed its first 100 days of service to the community.

RFDS crew standing in front of aircraft
31 Aug 2020

Timewarp Trivia a success for all generations

More than 600 trivia buffs tested their general knowledge in the Flying Doctor's second online quiz fundraiser spotlighting music, film and cultural touchstones throughout the decades.

26 Aug 2020

A narrow escape on the Nullarbor

Chris Franks is lucky to be alive after he rolled his vehicle near Cook, South Australia. Flight Nurse Cameron Sims tells his story.

Nullarbor car crash
22 Jul 2020

RFDS powers the Territory with purpose-built aeromedical jet

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has unveiled its $14 million purpose-built aeromedical jet dedicated to improving and saving the lives of all Territorians.

09 Jun 2020

Celebrating one year of service

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations is celebrating one year of service for its RFDS Medi-Jet 24 – the ultimate intensive care unit that launched a new era in Australian aeromedical care.

Celebrating one year of service
14 May 2020

Our sky-high message of thanks

To mark the International Year of the Nurse & Midwife, RFDS Central Operations has taken its appreciation for its nurses sky-high.