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Back on his feet (WA)
It seems unbelievable that anyone could survive being knocked down by a 500 kilogram bale of feed, but Denmark farmer George Ross lived to tell the tale.
Read moreLucky landing (WA)
Living in the Pilbara, little Savannah loves being outdoors and playing in the red dirt. The sixyear-old was climbing a large tree in her family’s Tom Price backyard when she slipped from a branch and fell almost five metres.
Read moreLeave a Bequest
Leaving a bequest to the Flying Doctor in your Will creates a valuable legacy which ensures that our vital work continues.
Read moreRoyal Flying Doctor Service once again bound for the Bash in 2025 (NSW/ACT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) is once again taking flight for the Mundi Mundi Plains as an official charity partner of the 2025 Mundi Mundi Bash festival.
Read moreCall for airstrip owners to assist the RFDS (WA)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Western Australia (RFDS WA) has launched an awareness campaign in regional Western Australia to improve safety for patients and crews at small airstrips.
Read moreThe legendary jackaroo retires his beloved tractor (QLD)
As Sam Hughes steps away from his iconic bright orange 1957 Chamberlin 9G tractor, it feels like the end of an era. But while this might be the last time we see him with his tractor, it’s far from the end of the Travelling Jackaroo’s journey.
Read more#137 Camille Overcame Anorexia as an Outback Teenager
WA cattle station manager, Camille McClymont, overcame Anorexia as an outback teenager.
Read moreSophie’s commitment to families in the bush (NSW/ACT)
Sophie has seen firsthand the challenges families face when it comes to accessing medical care in the bush. That is why she is a monthly donor to RFDS.
Read moreRFDS tackles tobacco use with Cancer Council NSW (NSW/ACT)
RFDS partners with Cancer Council NSW partner to tackle tobacco use in rural and remote NSW
Read moreRaising kids in the bush (QLD)
Mt Surprise mum, Kate Terry, shares how the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has helped her this Mother's Day.
Read moreFlying Doctor Colouring Competition (SA/NT)
Calling all budding artists! RFDS prize packs are up for grabs this Christmas! Simply colour the RFDS design and mail to the RFDS before 14 December. One prize will be awarded to the winner of each the following age categories; 0-5, 6-10 and 11+. Scroll down to download the colouring sheet.
Read moreHow a flying school bus started it all for RFDS Engineer Doug Briggs (SA/NT)
Veteran aircraft engineer Doug Briggs is celebrating 25 years of service for the Flying Doctor, 19 of which have been in Alice Springs.
Read moreWhere challenge meets heart (QLD)
Seeking something different, Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Mount Isa nurse manager, Jamie-Lee McCall, swapped the bustle of Brisbane for a new challenge in Queensland's furthest corner, and she hasn’t looked back.
Read more#27 When you fall into a near boiling thermal mud pool in remote South Australia
Birdsville track. Sandy dunes and red desert stony plains. Steaming hot thermal springs. Nigel climbs out of the 4WD for a rest break and hears screams he has never heard before…
Read more#71 Philip Chalker and his seeing-eye dog Sally chat with the Flying Doctor podcast
Philip lives in regional Victoria with his seeing-eye dog Sally. A few years ago Philip had to get laser surgery on his only eye that had partial sight, and needed help to get to the hospital and back again, so the Royal Flying Doctor Service patient transport service assisted him.
Read more#74 The song was a gift to her children, in case they lose her
Juliette faces daily challenges due to a severe medical condition, often requiring critical care from the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Despite the rocky road ahead, she remains optimistic with the support of her loving family.
Read more#77 Dr Katrina Starmer tells how she was inspired to become a Flying Doctor
Dr Katrina Starmer works with our RFDS Queensland team. Katrina tells of how she was inspired to become a Flying Doctor, years ago, when she was out mustering on a remote property that belonged to the family of her school friend. Listen today!
Read more#86 Barry was hanging upside down from his seat belt and the ute was on its roof
Barry was travelling with some work colleagues on his way back to Mount Isa from a remote mine site when the driver lost control of the ute, it flipped and Barry was left hanging from his seat belt. When he released his belt he fell directly on his head, instantly felt pain and saw stars.
Read more#89 Tired, toilet, thirsty, thinner - Emma's young son ticked all the boxes for Type 1 diabetes.
When Emma Turner first discovered her seven-year-old son, Fred, had Type 1 diabetes, they were living in the middle of nowhere. But after Fred's symptoms suddenly became life-threatening, Emma found herself sitting next to the pilot in the cockpit of an RFDS plane, with her gravely ill son on board
Read more#94 Judy found her young grandson lying 'flat and unresponsive' in the hallway
Judy knew that time was critical for her unconscious grandson, but every ‘frantic few minutes felt like a lifetime.
Read moreYou're the reason Hamish is here today (NSW/ACT)
Hamish received rapid critical care after a motorbike accident at Cameron’s Corner and credits this experience for inspiring his mission to help others stay safe.
Read moreMessage from our Chair April 2023 (NSW/ACT)
RFDSSE Chair thankful for your ongoing support
Read moreHealth and Aviation Online (QLD)
Until Recently, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) heavily relied on the use of paper-based systems to record patient medical data. In conjunction with Brisbane based tech start-up, Buckham&Duffy, the RFDS have developed and transitioned records their new digitised system.
Read moreRFDS TV Show Wins 'Best Drama Program' at the 2024 Logies Awards!
the "RFDS" TV show has been awarded 'Best Drama Program' at the 2024 Logies Awards. This award celebrates not only the incredible talent and hard work of the cast and crew but also the importance of the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s (RFDS) life-saving work in Australia.
Read moreFrom fireworks to farming (NSW/ACT)
Witnessing emergencies in remote places inspired Liz Hamilton to leave a Gift in her Will
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