The RFDS in SA/NT

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Renewed support from Beach to bush

Renewed support from Beach to bush

03 Feb 2025

Beach Energy has extended its major sponsorship of RFDS SA/NT to support the continual upgrade of Flying Doctor aircraft and life-saving equipment.

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RFDS mental health clinician Mick Keane

A student placement with the RFDS led to Mick landing his dream job

20 Feb 2024

Having grown up in the suburbs of Melbourne, working as a mental health clinician in the Central Desert of Australia is a whole new world for Mick Keane.

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RFDS quiz

QUIZ: How well do you know the RFDS?

19 Feb 2024

How well do you know the RFDS? Test your general knowledge of the Flying Doctor with this quick-fire 10-question quiz!

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Australia's most reputable charity

RFDS named Australia's Most Reputable Charity

29 Jan 2024

The RFDS was recently recognised as Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the 12th time in Reptrak’s annual charity and not-for-profit study (2023). Find out more.

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A close shave: Ash's story

A close shave: Ash's story

23 Nov 2023

After regaining consciousness following a mustering mishap, station owner Ash spotted his battered motorbike in nearby scrub. The damage to his own body remained a mystery.

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Behind the scenes of an RFDS outback mission

Behind the scenes on an RFDS outback mission

23 Nov 2023

Have you ever wondered what a Flying Doctor mission in the outback looks like? Get a unique behind-the-scenes perspective as we follow young patient Tyler’s journey with the RFDS.

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Willowra School Counsellor Hannah Case

Yarning with the 'Flying Doctor mob'

23 Nov 2023

As a silent mental health crisis continues its deepening hold in the remote heartlands of Australia, the RFDS is trying to stop it in its tracks.

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Oceans to Outback 2023

$3 million in miles: Meet our inspiring 'Oceans to Outback' participants

20 Nov 2023

This October, the Flying Doctor once again challenged people across the country to walk, run or ride and raise funds. Find out how much was raised and meet participants with inspiring RFDS stories.

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Rural recognition for the RFDS

Rural recognition for the RFDS

20 Nov 2023

The RFDS's very own Dr Ishani Kaluthotage was recently named Rural Registrar of the Year for her contributions to rural and remote health care.

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