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Businesses’ generosity alleviating PPE pressure (VIC)
RFDS Victoria would like to acknowledge the generosity of global clothing brand UNIQLO and boutique distillery Husk Distillers for their generous donations of protective product to support the Flying Doctor’s work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreReflections - Dr Jean White the First Female Flying Doctor
Dr White and the nurse, along with a pilot flying an aircraft which had been donated by Qantas, provided a seven day a week flying medical service to
Read moreOutback Survival: Safe Motoring (QLD)
There are four times more injuries in remote areas than in towns and cities.
Read moreTurning cows into cash (SA/NT)
A surprise six-figure donation from a Naracoorte business has secured a flying start to the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s fundraising efforts in 2021.
Read moreOn tap at the William Creek Hotel (SA/NT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is now “on tap” at the iconic William Creek Hotel.
Read moreIt is a phone call that nobody EVER wants to receive. (NSW/ACT)
"I could hear my younger children screaming and crying in the background on the phone because their mum was shaking and wouldn't wake up. They were petrified," said Andrew, Taya's husband.
Read moreMidnight Rescue (NSW/ACT)
Grant Roberts lives on Pulgamurtie station near Shannon’s Creek. His family have lived and worked on the land since 1888.
Read moreMax's Story (NSW/ACT)
11-year-old Max lives on Calindary Station, 260kms North East of Broken Hill in Far West NSW.
Read moreCOVID-19 (NSW/ACT)
Throughout this crisis, we are unwavering in our mission to deliver the finest care to the furthest corner.
Read moreSuke's Darkest Night (NSW/ACT)
Your support has given Suke Ridler a new lease on life after a brush with death several years ago.
Read moreA 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.
Read more2018 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.
Read moreHave 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.
Read moreRFDS Esperance Auxiliary member uses Flying Doctor for the first time (WA)
RFDS Esperance Auxiliary member Colin McKenzie, aged 79, experienced first-hand the impact of his donations after requiring urgent transfer to Perth following a choking incident.
Read moreSignature Flying Doctor artwork launches NAIDOC Week (SA/NT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has partnered with two South Australian Aboriginal artists to launch a major artwork and uniform piece inspired by the remote communities it serves.
Read moreWoolworths online shoppers to help the Flying Doctor fund preterm baby emergency kits (QLD)
Vulnerable babies like Daisy are being kept safe in the air with the Flying Doctor thanks to Woolworths online shoppers.
Read moreFlying Doctor’s mental health services expand to reach more remote communities (NSW/ACT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is improving access to mental health services for people throughout rural and remote NSW thanks to new funding
Read moreA peek at the life of a Flying Doctor Flight Nurse (NSW/ACT)
I thought, just before midnight. As a flight nurse with the Royal Flying Doctors Service, I was due to clock off my 12-hour shift at 6am.
Read moreWomen'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
Read moreFlying Doctor ready to help our farmers. Wherever. Whenever (NSW/ACT)
Working in remote locations, our farmers are often a far distance from help should an incident occur.
Read moreHow 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
Read moreCOVID-19: Message from the Chief Executive (SA/NT)
The dedicated team at RFDS Central Operations (serving SA/NT) continues to deliver 24-hour emergency aeromedical and essential primary health care services through these unprecedented times.
Read moreMy Dad, Alf Traeger (1895 – 1980) (TAS)
Then one day the Rev. John Flynn walked in. He needed a portable and reliable generator to provide sufficient power for transmitting messages to and from the isolated people of the outback. And so the pedal radio was invented.
Read moreMrs Gina Rinehart and the Rinehart Medical Foundation donate $6 million to the Flying Doctor (SA/NT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) has received a $6 million donation from Mrs Gina Rinehart and the Rinehart Medical Foundation to boost its inherent capability to respond to the emergency and primary health care needs of rural and remote Australians.
Read moreOn the Road and in the Air: A day in the life of a 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
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