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Family Open Day (TAS)

Come one, come all to the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania base's annual open day event on Sunday, April 29 from 10am to 3pm.

How Alfred Traeger gave the outback its voice (QLD)

In the mid 1920’s Alfred Traeger invented the pedal powered radio, revolutionising communication in the outback. The invention was integral to the founding of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, but it wasn't his only invention and he was just as innovative at home as he was in his factory.

Welcome to the John Flynn Society (TAS)

The John Flynn Society Tasmania, is for individuals who have decided that they wish to leave a gift their will to the Royal Flying Doctor Tasmania.

A chat with Christopher Wallin (QLD)

Queenslander Christopher Wallin supports the Royal Flying Doctor Service but he’s probably better known as a successful business man and the Managing Director of QCoal Group.

2018 Local Heroes Announced (QLD)

Nine local heroes from each of Queensland's nine RFDS bases have been announced.

A manufacturing milestone means a lot for the Flying Doctor (QLD)

Sunshine Coast camper manufacturer Trayon Campers has celebrated the milestone of its 1000th camper rolling off the production line by donating the purchase price to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section).

What drives an RFDS Flight Nurse - Laura Bratby (QLD)

In a job where no two days are the same, flight nurse Laura Bratby is motivated by mental resilience, a supportive team and knowing she’s helping people who need her the most.

Aeromedical, dental and mental health bush boost

The Australian Government has committed four year funding to the RFDS today. This funding will support continued fly and drive in medical, nursing, and dental services in remote areas, and a new national mental health program. The Flying Doctor thanks all who worked to support RFDS funding.

Blackwater to Brisbane with a delicate delivery (QLD)

When Shannon Smithwick's waters broke suddenly, she needed the help of the Royal Flying Doctor Service to transport her from Blackwater to Brisbane. At only 31 weeks pregnant with twin girls, Shannon required expert care to ensure she could safely give birth to her two daughters.

The search is on for our hidden heroes (QLD)

The RFDS Local Hero Awards have launched across Queensland today, calling out to those community members who have rolled their sleeves up, put their hands out, or stowed away their fears in an emergency to help the Flying Doctor carry out its lifesaving work.

Hear, hear! RFDS is delivering hearing assessment services to rural parts of Queensland (QLD)

Residents of rural and remote Queensland will be delighted to hear the news that the RFDS (Queensland Section) will soon be offering a free hearing screening service.

When every second counts (QLD)

The Fisk family found out the hard way that no matter where you live in Australia, the Flying Doctor is here to help.

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Making Headlice history in George Town (TAS)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service partnered with the University of Tasmania and Anglicare to deliver free education sessions for children and families at George Town.

The road to recovery (QLD)

​It was meant to be a weekend of fun and relaxation, but when their ute rolled on a lonely stretch of road late at night, Mount Isa residents Nick Tompsett and his 24-year-old-son Jarad Cole found that things don't always go according to plan.

New simulator makes Royal Flying Doctor Service training vision a reality (QLD)

Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) pilots will now have greater access to world-class simulator training with the launch of a new aviation training centre on the Sunshine Coast.

RFDS Local Hero Award Recipients Announced (QLD)

The hidden heroes behind the Flying Doctor have been honoured.

Help the Flying Doctor find their hidden heroes (QLD)

​The RFDS Local Hero Awards has launched and Queensland residents are encouraged to nominate those outstanding members of their community who tirelessly and selflessly support the work of the Flying Doctor in their region.

Flying Doctor celebrates birthday with Local Heroes (QLD)

Celebrating 88 years, the Flying Doctor gives thanks to the invisible army of volunteers who tirelessly support the Service.