The RFDS in SA/NT

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Dion and Darryl Temu-Evans

Wedding anniversary bypassed: Dion and Darryl's story

13 Feb 2026

A trip away is usually a fitting anniversary gift. But for Dion and Darryl, this year’s celebration involved a plane, a stretcher, and a medley of medical leads.

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23 Nov 2023

Behind the scenes on an RFDS outback mission

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.

Behind the scenes of an RFDS outback mission
23 Nov 2023

Yarning with the 'Flying Doctor mob'

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.

Willowra School Counsellor Hannah Case
20 Nov 2023

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

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.

Oceans to Outback 2023
20 Nov 2023

Rural recognition for the RFDS

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.

Rural recognition for the RFDS
15 Nov 2023

A driving force: Peter Kittle Motor Company increases support for RFDS SA/NT

Renowned Australian car dealership Peter Kittle Motor Company recently guaranteed its commitment to rural and remote health and wellbeing, signing a new three-year agreement with RFDS SA/NT.

Peter Kittle Motor Company partnership announcement
25 Oct 2023

2023 Year in Review

Your Flying Doctor exists to support healthier and happier Australians, no matter where they live, work or play. Check out our 2022/23 Year in Review.

2023 Year in Review RFDS SA/NT
20 Oct 2023

The Flying Doctor launches airside facility in the Riverland

The Royal Flying Doctor Service joined SA’s Riverland community at Renmark Airport to mark the official opening of the region’s first Patient Transfer Facility.

RFDS Riverland Patient Transfer Facility launch
06 Oct 2023

Elders builds on its support for the bush through RFDS partnership extension

Agribusiness icon Elders Limited has signed another three-year agreement with the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT, guaranteeing its commitment to rural and remote health and wellbeing until 2026.

Elders RFDS partnership extension