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Our Retrieval Service (WA)

The RFDS in Western Australia provide aero medical and retrieval services across 2.5 million square kilometres of our state.

Aeromedical Retrieval Qualifications (WA)

Aeromedical Retrieval Qualifications

Embedding cultural safety in Australia's main health care standards

In Australia, the existing health safety and quality standards are insufficient to ensure culturally safe care for Indigenous patients in order to achieve optimum care outcomes.

Keeping Queensland's mums safe (QLD)

“I saved some of my pocket money for you to use when other people get hurt like my mum.” So ends the beautiful letter we recently received from 8-year-old Brielle Bowen, one of our youngest supporters.

Remote rescue (SA/NT)

Amber Driver was shocked by news that no mother ever wants to hear. “Sonny’s come off his bike. He’s really hurt!”

My fundraising trek (TAS)

“Walking the five days of the Larapinta trail to raise funds for the RFDS, was an amazing experience.”

Direct Debit Request Service Agreement (VIC)

At the Flying Doctor we love meeting new people who want to talk about our work and how they can help save lives across regional and remote Australia.

Get to know: Natasha Hodgson, Primary Health Care Nurse (QLD)

I’ve had excellent mentors during my training, and RFDS is no exception. All of the staff at RFDS have worked hard to get here and it’s great to be surrounded by such a supportive team.

Are they really ok? (QLD)

Are you aware of how the people around you are really going? Asking ‘Are you OK?’, seems like a simple act, but can be one of the hardest questions to ask. This year, the theme for ‘R U OK?Day’ is ‘Are they really OK? Ask them today’.

Outback Survival: Staying Safe in the Heat and Sun (QLD)

Before you embark on your adventure, make sure you're prepared for and protected against the sun and heat by following these precautions.

When a day of celebration turns to a day of fear (QLD)

It’s not uncommon for players to play their heart out in a footy grand final. Nick Morton on the other hand, may have taken the adage a little too seriously.

Hard work pays off for latest Flying Doctor Flight Nurse (QLD)

Hard work, dedication and a firm belief in quality healthcare for all has driven Elizabeth Ferrier the newest flight nurse for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) to get back in the air.

Mobile Health Hubs ready to roll (TAS)

Two old decommissioned buses have been transformed into modern, mobile health clinics and they're about to undertake an amazing journey around regional Tasmania.

National Standards update (VIC)

RFDS Victoria’s voluntary participation in the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (National Standards) compliance assessment is fast approaching, with the auditing process commencing in late February 2020.

Visit Us

Learn about the many RFDS tourist facilities you can visit around the country.

Our Bases

Details on each of the RFDS bases around Australia, with photos, address, contact details and outline of services performed.

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.

20 years and $15 million raised thanks to Ergon Energy Retail (QLD)

For the last 20 years, Ergon Energy Retail and its customers have raised over $15 million for the Flying Doctor in Queensland, keeping the RFDS aircraft in the air and saving lives. Thank you to everyone who supports us through this amazing initiative.

OCTOBER: Strengthening our corporate and community support (SA/NT)

Strengthening our corporate and community support – with thanks to you! Senex Energy extends its sponsorship to $1 million as our supporters dig deep.

New service helps locals smile (SA/NT)

As COVID-19 restrictions temporarily closed dental services across the nation, the RFDS worked on opening a new one in outback SA.

Ready to go for Maddison (TAS)

“I’m just so thankful that the Flying Doctor has been there to help Maddison get the treatment she’s needed,” says Vanessa.

When Every Minute Counts (TAS)

Cliff's close call (TAS)

Thomas' Journey (QLD)

For Brooke and Lachlan, hearing their seven-week old baby trying and failing to suck enough air into his badly infected lungs was almost unbearable.

Bundaberg Flight Nurse completes outback rotation (QLD)

The challenges presented in delivering remote healthcare during COVID-19 have resulted in a rewarding opportunity for one Bundaberg-based flight nurse.