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Winning horse fills Flying Doctor cup (SA/NT)

When Irish galloper Twilight Payment crossed the finish line first in this year’s Melbourne Cup the RFDS won its own $50,000 prize via its volunteer support group on Kangaroo Island.

Swim for your Flying Doctor at the 2021 Rottnest Channel Swim (WA)

Looking for a charity to throw your support behind? Look no further than the Royal Flying Doctor Service who provide a 'mantle of safety' to all who live, work and travel throughout WA, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The weekend that didn’t quite go to plan (WA)

Laura wasn't expecting to be airlifted by the RFDS when she was spending the weekend in Mukinbudin with her family. Thankfully the RFDS was there for Laura and her baby boy Archie to safely transport them to Perth...

Evie was in pain and frightened (NSW/ACT)

Just a couple of months ago, ten-year-old daughter Evie fractured her leg when she became tangled in a swing and fell.

Four years of oral health partnership (QLD)

​The QCoal Community Dental Service, operated by the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), is celebrating its fourth anniversary.

Kalgoorlie flight nurse reflects on service to WA communities (WA)

In celebrating NAIDOC Week 2020, Kalgoorlie-based flight nurse Colleen Reid shares the meaningful connections and bond she shares with people living in some of the most isolated communities across WA.

Rescue flight to the Flinders (SA/NT)

“Henry was so unwell, I feared he would deteriorate and go into shock.”

Isla's new sponsors help keep Goldfields safe (WA)

Isla's new sponsors help keep Goldfields safe

A Midnight Emergency (WA)

Doreen was enjoying her pre-Christmas holiday down south in Denmark when she awoke to a burning sensation and tightness in her chest.

After school excursion for Djugerari Kids in remote WA (WA)

School's out for Djugerari Remote Community School students Cecilia and Kyle who score the opportunity to tour the RFDS' workhorse - the PC-12 turboprop aircraft and meet with crew.

You 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.

NAIDOC Week 2021

It's NAIDOC week 2021!

Wave of support gives uplift to Flying Doctor (QLD)

An outpouring of support from supporters right across Queensland is keeping the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) in the air during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education tour lands in Tasmania (TAS)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Look! Up in the Sky (LUITS) educational program has been embraced by Tasmanian schools in a year largely devoid of special activities and is set to spread its wings from Monday, October 19 to November 13 with 68 sessions booked at 14 schools statewide.

You're probably wondering how trekking will actually help us... Here's how (QLD)

Corporate Support

As a charity, the RFDS relies heavily on the generosity of companies to continue our vital medical work in remote and rural Australia.

RFDS' flying ICU a saving grace for Pilbara family (WA)

"I don't know if I could live here and raise a family without the RFDS," - Tom Price woman Amy Padfield.

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.

Flight Nurse Fleur (QLD)

If you’re in the middle of a paddock with the doctor and a very sick patient you don’t have time to faff around. Every second counts.

King Island rider clocks up kilometres (TAS)

Only the iconic winged logo of the Royal Flying Doctor Service on Kelly’s polo top hinted about the mission – to ride from one side to the other, then from top to bottom on the island, to raise money for RFDS Tasmania.

A great start for our bush babies (SA/NT)

A great start for our bush babies

Flying Doctor supporter wins Queensland Volunteer of the Year (QLD)

The joy and companionship that comes with giving back and a love for an iconic Australian charity has seen Gordon Park resident Val Marlow named Queensland Volunteer of the Year.

Alfred Traeger: Giving the Outback its voice (QLD)

Traeger's technology spread across two thirds of the Australian continent, covering more than five million square kilometres, giving residents a level of connectivity unlike they had ever seen before.

The Fun of the Outback Car Trek (NSW/ACT)

Holiday time is scarce, but you sacrifice it to raise money for the RFDS," said Rachel Saunders who took part in this year's Outback Car Trek...

90 Years of Development and Innovation (NSW/ACT)

The Reverend John Flynn set up the Royal Flying Doctor Service and commissioned inventor Alfred Traeger to develop a pedal radio