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New RFDS TV drama on Channel 7

Based on real-life stories of emergencies happening in the furthest reaches and most remote parts of Australia, the new Channel 7 TV drama 'RFDS' portrays the modern-day heroes of the iconic Royal Flying Doctor Service.

Doc's new chapter (SA/NT)

When Dr Yaritji Green completes the new Australian General Practice Training Program, she’ll join a growing breed of doctors known as Rural Generalists – or “GPs Plus”.

Family's dream holiday up in smoke (WA)

The Borrello family were holidaying in Coral Bay when a fire consumed their camper trailer leaving them with burns injuries and requiring urgent transfer to Perth.

Flying Doctor supporter wins Queensland Volunteer of the Year (QLD)

The joy and companionship that comes with giving back and a love for an iconic Australian charity has seen Gordon Park resident Val Marlow named Queensland Volunteer of the Year.

'Most Reputable' Charity for 2020

The Royal Flying Doctor Service takes out 'Most Reputable' charity in 2020 Reptrak Survey

Sonosite Edge Portable Ultrasound (WA)

Mobile brain scans to transform urgent stroke care

The Australian Stroke Alliance,of which the RFDS is a member, has received $40 million through the Frontier Health and Medical Research initiative.

Thomas' Journey (QLD)

For Brooke and Lachlan, hearing their seven-week old baby trying and failing to suck enough air into his badly infected lungs was almost unbearable.

RFDS Flight Nurses celebrate 30 years (QLD)

It’s rare for any employee to achieve 30 years’ service in one organisation, but rarer still for two employees to be celebrating the milestone on the same day.

Pilot's World War II mission remembered (TAS)

It’s been 75 years since World War II ended on September 2, 1945, and the deadliest military conflict in history had few positives emerge from its horrors. However two advancements, one in the medical field and one in education, are both connected to the RFDS.

Dubbo Base prepares for relaunch (NSW/ACT)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service prepares to step up its services in Dubbo with a new multipurpose facility set to open soon.

New Flying Doctor Medical Simulation Centre offers world class training (NSW/ACT)

The brand new Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Medical Simulation Centre will this Friday be used for the first time by doctors and nurses from all

Mental Health Funding for Royal Flying Doctor Service (NSW/ACT)

Drought affected communities in rural and remote NSW will benefit from increased funding to the Royal Flying Doctor Service for mental health support.

A message from RFDS South Eastern President Ruth Sandow (NSW/ACT)

2020 is upon us and the opportunities to grow healthcare services in the more remote parts of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section)

Bright Smiles Charity Ride 2020 (NSW/ACT)

The annual Bright Smiles Charity Ride (BSCR) is fast approaching. This four-night and 3½ day-long motorbike event will take place from Thursday 30th A

The pain that wouldn't go away (NSW/ACT)

It was 2 AM and John was feeling unwell. He had been sent home from work earlier that day but couldn’t work out what was wrong.

Four new RFDS aircraft take to the skies above regional NSW (NSW/ACT)

Four new B350 aircraft are now in operation across the reach of the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s South Eastern Section.

Flying Doctor supports sobriety (NSW/ACT)

The Flying Doctor is encouraging people to give booze the boot this October to increase wellbeing and improve mental health.

A day in the life of a roving dentist for the Flying Doctor (WA)

Meet RFDS Western Operations dentist Dr Steve Hill who delivers oral health care to some of the most remote communities in Western Australia.

RFDS bridges gap for rural dental care (QLD)

A new study has revealed the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Dental Service produced more than $15 million of economic and social benefits for Queensland patients between 2013 and 2019.

Help close to home (SA/NT)

Fortunately for one Adelaide motorcyclist, the RFDS was on hand to assist very close to home.

Generations of care (SA/NT)

While many Australians have had a personal Flying Doctor encounter, Amber Driver concedes she has a few more stories than most.

RFDS Victoria partners with Cooper Energy to support rural health needs (VIC)

RFDS Victoria has signed a three-year partnership agreement with Cooper Energy’s Legacy Foundation.

Royal Flying Doctor Service Regional Service Award 2019 winner announced (WA)

Martu woman and rural nurse from Wiluna is awarded the 2019 Royal Flying Doctor Service Regional Service Award

A Midnight Emergency (WA)

Doreen was enjoying her pre-Christmas holiday down south in Denmark when she awoke to a burning sensation and tightness in her chest.