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Dubbo Base now a high tech training hub (NSW/ACT)

New state of the art training facilities were launched in Dubbo on the 10th October at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Base.

Deputy Premier launches new Visitor Experience at Dubbo (NSW/ACT)

Our interactive Visitor Experience, which celebrates the vital work of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, was officially launched on the 9th of October

COVID-19 (NSW/ACT)

Throughout this crisis, we are unwavering in our mission to deliver the finest care to the furthest corner.

Help is reaching areas of need, thanks to you! (NSW/ACT)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service has stepped up to help out regional communities, announcing new partnerships with Local Health Districts

Give in Memory

Giving in memory is a wonderful way to honour a loved one, and to help the Flying Doctor to continue providing service and saving lives.

Supporting our communities (SA/NT)

When the COVID pandemic grounded commercial flights earlier this year, the Flying Doctor stepped up to transport patients, medical specialists, pathology tests throughout Australia's central corridor.

RFDS seeking SA and NT consumer representatives (SA/NT)

Do you have an interest in the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the care it provides every ten minutes to someone living, working or travelling in SA and NT?

Brisbane Airport: Queensland's link to life-saving care (QLD)

Last year alone, more than 4,250 patients from 63 locations across Queensland passed through Brisbane Airport with the Flying Doctor.

Peter de Cure appointed RFDS Central Operations Chairman (SA/NT)

Peter de Cure is the new Chairman of Royal Flying Doctor Service Central Operations (serving SA/NT), endorsed by resolution of fellow Directors at the April Board Meeting.

Hope and support in the face of adversity (QLD)

As Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) CEO Meredith Staib celebrates her first year leading the organisation, she reflects on the significant challenges that have faced Queensland in recent months.

Brisbane and Rockhampton Bases celebrate 25 years (QLD)

The Brisbane and Rockhampton Bases of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) both celebrated 25 years in operation on 3 July, 2020.

A gift from the heart (SA/NT)

The Flying Doctor recently visited Kangaroo Island to give back to a community in recovery from this summer's devastating bushfires.

2018 Official RFDS March Magazine (WA)

Want to find out more and support the Royal Flying Doctor Service? Read more in our souvenir 90th anniversary magazine edition.

Have you heard of Sepsis? (WA)

Sepsis is responsible for about 5,000 deaths in Australia each year - more than our national road toll and common strains of cancer, according to Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Head of Medical Dr Andrew Hooper.

"You're not just donating money to a cause; you're saving a life."  (NSW/ACT)

The Hughes family know firsthand how vital the Royal Flying Doctor Service is to outback New South Wales.

Women's Health Week (NSW/ACT)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service was proud to partner with Women’s Health Week last month. We took time to speak with some of our staff and find out th

Sending Samuel to specialist care (TAS)

How to ask R U OK? (QLD)

Every year on R U OK? Day, we’re reminded to check in with those around us to find out how they’re feeling. Asking the question seems like a simple act, but it can be one of the hardest to ask. Mental health clinical team leader for Far North Queensland, Jos Middleton has a few pointers to share

Flying Doctor and IGA unveil aeromedical aircraft (SA/NT)

This afternoon the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations unveiled its Independent Grocers of Australia (IGA) branded aeromedical aircraft in recognition of IGA’s new, three-year major sponsorship of the life-saving service.

Channel 7 Joins ‘Ground Crew’ as Major Sponsor (SA/NT)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Central Operations (serving SA/NT) has announced the launch of a major partnership with Channel 7 Adelaide.

RFDS powers the Territory with purpose-built aeromedical jet (SA/NT)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has unveiled its $14 million purpose-built aeromedical jet dedicated to improving and saving the lives of all Territorians.

Celebrating our National Fuel Partnership with AirBP

We are proud to call Air BP our national fuel partner. This week we celebrated the partnership at our Adelaide base!

A tourist flight of a lifesaving kind (WA)

When her dad had a widowmaker heart attack on a family holiday in Broome, daughter Bryony was inspired by the work of the RFDS and promised her 12 year old self she would support the organisation in anyway way she could.

Generous gift ensures continued healthcare delivery for north West Queensland (QLD)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service will be even better equipped to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic in north west Queensland after mining and metals company, South32, donated $100,000 to the Flying Doctor in Mount Isa.

Unique partnership delivering dental health services in the Midwest recognised (WA)

An impactful partnership between the Flying Doctor in WA, Karara Mining and the Shires of Perenjori, Morawa and Mingenew delivering dental health services in the Midwest was recognised through a Department of Mines Community Partnership Resources Sector Award for Excellence.