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Graphic: Australian-first virtual emergency centre to help save lives in the outback
Australian-first virtual emergency centre to help save lives in the outback
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is opening a state-of-the-art health hub in the South Australian outback tourism town of William Creek that provides 24/7 emergency medical help with no health professionals physically on the ground.
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Tour the Territory
30 May 2022Two iconic Australian stories. One iconic location. There is no better place than the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility to see, experience and learn about the Flying Doctor’s rich history.
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Delivering the 'vinest' care: Winery donates to the RFDS after family airlifted
13 May 2022When Kirsty Balnaves decided to give to the Flying Doctor on behalf of her family’s winery, she had no idea the impact of her donation would be felt so close to home.
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International Nurses Day
11 May 2022On May 12 each year, the world takes opportunity to reflect upon the significant contribution nurses makes across all healthcare settings.
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World Pilots' Day
25 Apr 2022April 26 marks World Pilots’ Day – a day where we celebrate and recognise the many contributions of pilots who safely connect millions of passengers around the world every year.
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Rural mum's rare scare
25 Feb 2022When pregnant mum Anna Nunn woke up with an earache on her remote station, little did she know she was in for the shock of her life.
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From pups to planes: meet the man behind the mask
25 Feb 2022Meet RFDS Trades Assistant Dave Rose, who spends hours each day at our Adelaide Base keeping our aeromedical fleet clean and safe from COVID-19.
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Keeping the Flying Doctor flying: February 2022 fundraising recap
25 Feb 2022Despite challenging COVID-19 restrictions during the back end of 2021, RFDS Auxiliaries and Support Groups together with the wider community went above and beyond to help keep the Flying Doctor flying.
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RFDS volunteers awarded for exceptional service
25 Feb 2022At the end of 2021, RFDS Central Operations was honoured to present four Meritorious Service Awards, which recognise exceptional service by volunteers to the Flying Doctor.
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