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Ready to go for Maddison (TAS)
“I’m just so thankful that the Flying Doctor has been there to help Maddison get the treatment she’s needed,” says Vanessa.
Read moreYou don't have to battle alone (QLD)
It's all too easy when discussing mental health in rural areas to focus on suicide rates and alarming statistics, when mental health and wellbeing is about so much more.
Read moreRural junior doctor training program update (QLD)
As 2019 came to an end, so did our first year of interns who participated in our rural junior doctor training program.
Read moreMy Dad, Alf Traeger (1895 – 1980) (TAS)
Then one day the Rev. John Flynn walked in. He needed a portable and reliable generator to provide sufficient power for transmitting messages to and from the isolated people of the outback. And so the pedal radio was invented.
Read moreA Jill of all trades (QLD)
The people I work with and the rural and remote Australians I meet are truly inspirational. The local people are always so grateful for our help and are very supportive of the RFDS. I love what I do.
Read moreKeeping Queensland's mums safe (QLD)
“I saved some of my pocket money for you to use when other people get hurt like my mum.” So ends the beautiful letter we recently received from 8-year-old Brielle Bowen, one of our youngest supporters.
Read moreFrom urgent care to long-term recovery, you are helping Bella every step of the way (NSW/ACT)
When Bella needed urgent assistance for a serious knee injury, it was because you care that help arrived within the hour.
Read moreYour support gives doctors wings (NSW/ACT)
RFDS Pilot Paul Martin believes supporters like you are the reason why he gets to make a difference every day.
Read moreSpecial Delivery (WA)
Australia’s youngest surviving baby was born 4,000 kilometres from home – and the only way little Stevie could be flown back to Perth was by the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Read moreSOLD OUT - Whisky for Wings (TAS)
Join us in Hangar 17 - Tasmania's oldest aviation building and home of Launceston Distillery to farewell our old base and celebrate 98 years of the Flying Doctor in Australia.
Read moreRuth believes in the power of a regular donation (NSW/ACT)
Ruth believes in the power of making a regular donation, and hopes you will, too.
Read moreSplash of gratitude (WA)
With roads closed and the weather too dangerous to fly, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) battled delays before transferring Joseph.
Read moreFrom melodies to mechanics: How apprentice engineer changed tune (SA/NT)
RFDS apprentice engineer Isabella Burgess traded melody for mechanics by packing up and moving to Alice Springs.
Read moreRFDS celebrates World Engineering Day in a special way (QLD)
RFDS (Queensland Section) welcomes its first permanent licensed aircraft maintenance engineer at its Bundaberg Base.
Read moreYour commitment to quality dental care means lifelong health for children like Gemma (NSW/ACT)
Gemma’s regular visits to our dental van give her a healthier future ahead, thanks to you.
Read moreTiarnie is smiling like never before, because you care (NSW/ACT)
Tiarnie’s root canal surgery in Lightning Ridge was a positive experience, thanks to you.
Read moreRFDS midwives nurturing new life (QLD)
For Liz Arnold, becoming a midwife was something she was quite literally born for.
Read moreFar West Extreme Wet Weather Response (NSW/ACT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is here for our Far West communities as this significant wet weather continues. We know many people are dealing with difficult conditions, and we want to reassure everyone that we’re doing everything we can to keep healthcare accessible and reliable.
Read moreYour fellow supporters bringing critical healthcare to remote communities (NSW/ACT)
Queanbeyan locals, Chris and son Harry went on a high-flying fundraising adventure with the Outback Air Race.
Read moreA legacy that keeps flying (QLD)
On 17 May, Flying Doctor Day, we celebrate the anniversary of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and honour the people who keep its legacy flying.
Read moreFrom Antarctica to the outback (QLD)
It’s hard to believe that someone so passionate about improving access to healthcare in one of Queensland’s most remote regions once worked as a medical officer in Antarctica.
Read moreThanks to you, Indi is a happy, healthy toddler today (NSW/ACT)
Your compassion saved Indi’s life and gave Joelene her wish for a complete family.
Read moreFrom temp to trailblazer (QLD)
When Gail Hills walked into the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Townsville Base for a two-week temp job she had no idea it would turn into two decades of dedication, growth and unforgettable moments.
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