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RFDS calls for help to assist cardiac patients (QLD)
Cardiac emergencies account for almost 25 per cent of all patients transported by the Flying Doctor. And keeping so many critically-ill patients safe in the air requires constant access to a vast and costly range of cardiac monitoring medical equipment and supplies.
Read moreNew doctors land despite COVID challenges (NSW/ACT)
How have the RFDS and our newest recruits been able to overcome the challenges of a global pandemic and lockdowns to get ready for action?
Read moreRFDS Western Operations pilot Jake Walsh marks flying milestone (WA)
Captain Jake Walsh has become WA's third RFDS pilot to join the '500 club' - achieving 500 hours flying time on the first-of-type aeromedical Rio Tinto LifeFlight PC-24 jet.
Read moreWhen every second counts... (SA/NT)
For a baby born at just 24 weeks, there’s a 40 per cent chance that the baby will not survive.
Read moreShared values, sharing experience: from ADF to RFDS (NSW/ACT)
On Anzac Day, Australia reflects on the contribution of our armed services. Several former ADF personnel now work with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section), bringing with them a unique professionalism and sense of duty.
Read moreMother-daughter artists create First Nation art for Flying Doctor (SA/NT)
Artwork created by South Australian Aboriginal artists Kelly Taylor and her daughter T’keyah Ware has been unveiled in a new range of RFDS uniforms to reflect our role in supporting remote communities.
Read moreNOVEMBER: Creating welcoming places for Indigenous patients (SA/NT)
Creating welcoming places for Indigenous patients with new artwork unveiled during NAIDOC Week.
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Read moreWomen take the lead at Flying Doctor bases (NSW/ACT)
Two dynamic women have taken on new leadership roles with the Flying Doctor: Kendall Graham has been promoted to Base Manager at Dubbo Base and Kate Parnell has joined us as Mascot Base Manager in Sydney.
Read moreBanishing 'the blues' in the bush (SA/NT)
Winter is on the doorstep and life has taken a few unpredictable turns of late. A positive mindset is key to getting through tough times, but how is it that some people can maintain that crucial forward-thinking approach every day?
Read moreMount Isa family reunited with RFDS crew (QLD)
This week, the RFDS (Queensland Section) welcomed 10-year-old Hannah Lovett and her family back to the Mount Isa Base after Hannah was flown by the Flying Doctor almost three years ago.
Read moreBundaberg mum reunited with RFDS crew (QLD)
Bundaberg resident Sarah Campbell went into spontaneous labour at just 24 weeks. Had it not been for the RFDS baby Ella may not have survived.
Read moreDowner Group take on iconic Kimberley bike event to support their Flying Doctor (WA)
"I've done corporate triathlons but the Gibb Challenge is one of a kind - I'd do it again in a heartbeat.
Read moreCelebrating one year of RFDS Mount Gambier PTF (SA/NT)
The RFDS joined SA's South-East community in July to mark the official launch and first anniversary of its first regional undercover Patient Transfer Facility.
Read moreAdventure turned into tragedy at Dolerite Gorge (TAS)
The only thing Skrollan remembers as she fell into the gorge was hurting her rib cage, seeing the floor getting closer - then she hit the back of her head on a sharp stone.
Read more25 years serving rural and remote Queensland communities (QLD)
Dr Don Bowley celebrates 25 years of service to the RFDS (Queensland Section). Here, Dr Don reflects on what he describes as a very rewarding career.
Read moreYour donation will keep the Flying Doctor flying this Christmas (SA/NT)
Keep your Flying Doctor flying by donating to RFDS Central Operations
Read moreOutback vaccinations underway (NSW/ACT)
Government and outback communities placing trust in RFDS to quell pandemic
Read moreInspiring walk raises funds for Wellbeing Place (NSW/ACT)
Margaret Symes walked 330 kilometres to raise much needed funds for the RFDS Wellbeing Place in Broken Hill and more awareness of rural mental health.
Read moreYou can help us bring safe-tea to the outback! (NSW/ACT)
This year we are launching a new community event, ‘The Outback Morning Tea’ to raise vital funds to bring healthcare to those living in rural, regional, and remote Australia. You can join with your friends and family and hold a morning tea to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Read more'Most Reputable' Charity for 2020
The Royal Flying Doctor Service takes out 'Most Reputable' charity in 2020 Reptrak Survey
Read moreRFDS Victoria launches new Facebook page (VIC)
RFDS Victoria has launched its own dedicated Facebook page to highlight the stories and people that make up the Flying Doctor in Victoria, supporting positive social connection across the state.
Read moreFrom the footy field to fighting for life (QLD)
A photo of 22-year-old Jess taken one hour before the moment she almost died shows the rugby player looking happy and relaxed—a picture of health. It’s almost impossible to believe what happened next.
Read moreVital funding from partnership with Ramelius Resources (WA)
The RFDSWA is delighted to partner with Ramelius Resources who have recently supported the Flying Doctor in WA with the purchase of Hamilton T1 Ventilators worth $50,000.
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