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A flying lifeline home: Otto’s journey back to Arnhem Land

A flying lifeline home: Otto’s journey back to Arnhem Land

27 Oct 2025

For 64-year-old Otto Dann, the RFDS provided the final step in a long and challenging medical journey back home to Arnhem Land, NT.

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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
29 Aug 2023

Highway to help: Tony's story

When Tony’s vehicle rolled off the Eyre Highway in one of the most remote areas of the country, he was trapped in his car clinging to life – needing the RFDS to land on the road to airlift him to safety.

RFDS Eyre Highway Nullarbor Retrieval
29 Aug 2023

Cloud-powered care: Introducing the RFDS Electronic Health Record

The Flying Doctor has embarked on a new era of healthcare accessibility, launching the RFDS Electronic Health Record (EHR) to further enhance patient care.

RFDS EHR
29 Aug 2023

From tourist to team member: How an RFDS visitor experience helped Mitchell spread his wings

After visiting the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility for the first time, Mitchell became enamoured by the Flying Doctor story and was eager to learn how he could get involved.

RFDS customer service assistant Mitchell Stennett
29 Aug 2023

Cutting-edge dental care, no matter where

The next time you pack a bag for a trip, you may wish to spare a thought for the RFDS Oral Health team.

Cutting-edge dental care, no matter where
25 Aug 2023

It all starts with you: August 2023 fundraising recap

Check out all the latest Flying Doctor fundraisers and events making an impact in your community in recent months.

August 2023 Flying Doctor fundraising recap
27 May 2023

When ritual meets rescue: Robert's story

During a cultural ceremony in outback South Australia, Robert was struck by a sudden illness, sparking deep concern among family and friends. In need of urgent medical help, he was hundreds of kilometres from the nearest major hospital.

RFDS patient Robert Crilly
24 May 2023

In hot water: Louis' story

When a quiet day out on an outback lake went terribly wrong, Louis was left clutching his lifeless leg, calling out to mates for help. That's when they called the RFDS.

In hot water: Louis' story