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A chat with Christopher Wallin (QLD)

Queenslander Christopher Wallin supports the Royal Flying Doctor Service but he’s probably better known as a successful business man and the Managing Director of QCoal Group.

Woolworths shoppers raise more than $200K to help save lives (QLD)

In the month of May, the Woolworths team and their customers helped raise an incredible $203,833 for the Flying Doctor in Queensland through their $1 token campaign—all we can say is, thank you!

Woolworths shoppers support the RFDS to save lives across Queensland (QLD)

This month, Woolworths are proudly supporting the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) across their 248 stores in Queensland and Northern NSW, by encouraging shoppers to buy a $1 donation token with their shop.

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Welcome to the John Flynn Society (TAS)

The John Flynn Society Tasmania, is for individuals who have decided that they wish to leave a gift their will to the Royal Flying Doctor Tasmania.

The search is on for our hidden heroes (QLD)

The RFDS Local Hero Awards have launched across Queensland today, calling out to those community members who have rolled their sleeves up, put their hands out, or stowed away their fears in an emergency to help the Flying Doctor carry out its lifesaving work.

North East Lions Club gets behind farmers (TAS)

North East Lions Club has used the proceeds from its popular Farm Feast event to support the work of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in the Dorset Community. Yesterday a cheque for $5000 was handed to RFDS president Malcolm White.

A miracle across the seas (QLD)

Leaving in the afternoon, they arrived about 5pm just as darkness was falling. Dalsy said her husband had to support her for the entire journey as waves broke over the bow of the boat. She said she was covered by a tarp in order to keep her dry throughout the hour-long journey.”

Community champion named 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero (QLD)

An unassuming figure with a heart and sense of community spirit as vast as his backyard in south west Queensland’s Yowah, Scott Shorten is the deserving winner of the 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero award.

A Day in the life of an RFDS Patient Transport Officer (TAS)

Glenice was transferred onto their stretcher then we were off to the hospital. Glenn and Wez were laidback, which was a good thing as Glenice does enjoy making fun with people. She kept attempting to knock Glenn’s hat off with her walking stick

Dental care for rural and remote communities (QLD)

It may come as a surprise that the Flying Doctor is one of the largest providers of oral and dental health services in the country, reaching those areas other healthcare providers can’t access.

2018 Wings For Life Gala (QLD)

Once again we held our Annual Wings For Life Gala. This years event was spectacular and our best one yet.

Federation Annual Report Year 2018-19

Annual report for the federation office of the Royal Flying Doctor Service

What drives an RFDS Flight Nurse - Laura Bratby (QLD)

In a job where no two days are the same, flight nurse Laura Bratby is motivated by mental resilience, a supportive team and knowing she’s helping people who need her the most.

Qantas Matching Frequent Flyer Donations to RFDS

This Christmas, our friends at Qantas are supporting the RFDS by matching Qantas Frequent Flyer member donations between 23rd November and 25th December 2017.

Georgia's fight for life (QLD)

Every parent’s worst fear is something happening to their child, and for parents of 11-year-old Georgia they faced this reality almost two years ago.

GrainKing Nyrex Chaser Bin Auction for Royal Flying Doctor Service (WA)

Take part in the GrainKing Bin Auction for Royal Flying Doctor Service. The profits from this one-of-a-kind chaser bin auction will be donated to the RFDS.

2018 Local Heroes Announced (QLD)

Nine local heroes from each of Queensland's nine RFDS bases have been announced.

A bright light in the community (QLD)

After moving to Mount Isa just over two years ago and throwing herself into the community as a way of making friends, RFDS (Queensland Section) Flight Nurse Michelle Ball, now finds herself ready to receive a remarkable honour for her involvement in the small north-western community.

A new vision in aviation (QLD)

The RFDS (Queensland Section) has made Australian aviation history after taking delivery of the Proline Fusion cockpit flight display technology, the first of its kind in the country. Deputy Head of Flying Operations, Clayton Nankivell explains.

Flying Doctor team tackles men's health at Flinders Island Show (TAS)

Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) at the Flinders Island Show to prevent a visit to the hospital.

Filling service gaps in remote communities (TAS)

A NEW mobile outreach program is helping improve access to dental services in remote Tasmanian communities. Starting with Circular Head in the north west, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania is providing free screening, preventive and restorative dental services...

New Dentist for the RFDS in Tasmania (TAS)

RFDS Tasmania welcomes their first ever full time dentist to the team, the gregarious and internationally experienced, Dr Lorika Strickland.

RFDS Local Hero Award Recipients Announced (QLD)

The hidden heroes behind the Flying Doctor have been honoured.

The road to recovery (QLD)

​It was meant to be a weekend of fun and relaxation, but when their ute rolled on a lonely stretch of road late at night, Mount Isa residents Nick Tompsett and his 24-year-old-son Jarad Cole found that things don't always go according to plan.