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RFDS takes vaccines to Ngaanyatjarra Lands in Western Australia (WA)
The RFDS’ remote COVID-19 vaccination program continues to roll-out to the furthest corners of Western Australia this week with crews undertaking a five-day clinic in the Ngaanyatjarra Lands (NG Lands).
Read moreBecause of Her, We Can! Celebrating our Scholarship Winners
The NAIDOC week 2018 theme is 'Because of her, we can!' We celebrate women across the nation, including Amanda, a recipient of 2017 RFDS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Scholarship. Amanda used the Scholarship to follow her interest in Aboriginal & Paediatric health.
Read moreTurning passion into action: National Reconciliation Week (WA)
In marking National Reconciliation Week, it is with great pride that we share with you stories from our crews who give their everything, every day, to provide the finest care to our patients who live in the furthest corners of WA.
Read moreCase Study: Aboriginal Health Coordinator (SA/NT)
“Often a barrier to medical care is ‘worry’ about leaving family members behind in community – even when it is at the expense of receiving medical treatment for themselves."
Read moreRoyal Flying Doctor Service WA and Lifeline WA partnership more important than ever before (WA)
A message of hope has been flying high this summer with two of Western Australia’s most trusted charities, the Royal Flying Doctor Service in WA and Lifeline WA, working together to support people with mental health issues.
Read moreRFDS announces new community partnership (QLD)
The RFDS has announced a community partnership with Racing Queensland’s Country Cups Challenge to help raise vital funds.
Read moreReader's Digest Most Trusted Brand Charity 2022 announced
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has been announced as Australia’s ‘Most Trusted Charity’ based on Australian Reader's Digest Trusted Brands’ survey of 2022.
Read moreFrom outback dream to lifesaving team: Bob and Helen's RFDS story (QLD)
In the heart of the Queensland outback, Bob and Helen, have woven their own chapter into the rich tapestry of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Charleville Base.
Read moreRFDS welcomes 10-year partnership with Queensland Government (QLD)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) today welcomed an extra $334 million 10-year commitment from the Queensland Government, to continue delivering essential services to regional, rural and remote Queensland.
Read more‘Tis the season for staying safe (QLD)
This festive season, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is urging Queenslanders to prepare for the unexpected and stay safe no matter where they live, work or travel.
Read moreGive Them Wings scholarship recipients for 2022 announced (VIC)
This year, the Flying Doctor was able to award five scholarships to five dedicated an deserving health care students from rural Victoria.
Read more2022 RFDS Local Hero Award winners announced (QLD)
From selfless volunteers and fundraisers to first responders and healthcare advocates, the Royal Flying Doctor Service has announced its regional Local Hero Award winners for 2022.
Read more'Ningaloo' takes to the skies (WA)
Three children have scored a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to name the newest Rio Tinto LifeFlight PC-24 jet used by the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia.
Read moreFlying Doctor reaches new heights with groundbreaking flight simulator (SA/NT)
The newest addition to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Adelaide Base – a groundbreaking portable flight simulator – has officially landed.
Read morePurchase an RFDS gift that makes a difference this Christmas (WA)
Support the Royal Flying Doctor Service this Christmas by purchasing a gift from our shop. All proceeds help us to be there for people who live in the furthest corners of Western Australia and need our care the most.
Read moreThe Flying Doctor’s Charleville team celebrate 80 years of life-saving services (QLD)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is this month marking the momentous 80-year anniversary of its Charleville Base.
Read moreSleepMaker and Flying Doctor partnership takes off
SleepMaker, Australasia's largest bedding and foam manufacturer sign a new three-year community partnership with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS)
Read moreThe Flying Doctor has a new donor and they are the youngest on record (NSW/ACT)
Smallest supporter gives a big gift
Read moreTrek heads west for new experience (NSW/ACT)
The annual Outback Car Trek gets ready to make the 7,000-kilometre journey from Geraldton to Darwin
Read more22 years and $17m of support for life-saving services (QLD)
Ergon Energy Retail and its customers have raised more than $17 million for the RFDS in Queensland over the past 22 years.
Read moreCycling round Corner Country for a cause (NSW/ACT)
After 15 days and almost 950 kilometres later, our incredible supporters the Silver City Bush Treadlers, completed their 2022 fundraiser for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section) (RFDSSE).
Read moreThank a First Responder Day (SA/NT)
On 8 June, the RFDS is joining people around Australia to say thank you to the thousands of first responders who do so much for the communities in which we live, work and play.
Read moreTaking care of your mental wellbeing (NSW/ACT)
Our mental health team shares some tips about how to take care of yourself, where to go for help, and explains how the RFDS helps.
Read more“Every day I open my eyes and think, ‘Wow, I’m alive'... (NSW/ACT)
Michelle was 13 weeks pregnant when she had a shocking accident on her farm near West Wyalong, in central-western NSW.
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