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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.”

A Jill of all trades (QLD)

The people I work with and the rural and remote Australians I meet are truly inspirational. The local people are always so grateful for our help and are very supportive of the RFDS. I love what I do.

Outback Survival: Mosquito Safety (QLD)

There are no vaccines for most mosquito-borne diseases, preventing yourself from being bitten is the strongest form of defence.

The right place, the right time in Kowanyama (QLD)

“It is purely coincidental that our primary health care team was in Kowanyama that Friday. Normally we run daily clinics Mondays to Wednesdays, but the recent public holiday meant we rescheduled for Friday,”

Handle with Care - saving Calvary (TAS)

“I think of how sudden it was that we needed the Flying Doctor and how quickly they were there for us,” Sofia recalls.

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.

Your impact this Flying Doctor Day (WA)

Your support on Flying Doctor Day helps us prepare our frontline crews for whatever situation they may face.

A flight like no other (QLD)

“I really didn’t want to put them out, so I told them it's all good, I'm a platinum flyer so I can sort the flight out myself. They pretty quickly told me I would be flying with the Flying Doctor.”

Emergency RFDS transfer in south-west (QLD)

One of his best mates is a pilot for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS), but Donald Truss never expected that he’d require an emergency transfer himself.

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.

Simpson Desert Bike Challenge (SA/NT)

Each September, competitors, support crew and officials gather in the Simpson Desert for the annual Simpson Desert Bike Challenge.

Meet our Stars of COVID-19 (WA)

Our COVID stars are leading the way through the pandemic to ensure the health and safety of our crews and West Australians

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.

BBQ for the Flying Doctor (TAS)

Life in the balance for baby Jenson (TAS)

This tiny baby boy was born four months premature and a long way from home - but the RFDS provided special transportation.

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.

Flying across a pandemic to save lives (SA/NT)

As Australians began grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down the nation earlier this year, the RFDS donned protective masks and kept in the air to save lives.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service welcomes the “Great Pilgrimage” (NSW/ACT)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service welcomes a squadron of 26 vintage aircraft in a “Great Pilgrimage” from New South Wales to Queensland to mark the 90th anniversary of the historic first flight of 1928.

Clocking up the miles helps kids keep their Bright Smiles (NSW/ACT)

Oral health is a big issue, particularly in regional, rural and remote areas, where access to services is limited and long distances have to be driven in order to get treatment.The Bright Smiles Charity Ride takes to the road on Thursday 26 April and will travel more than 1,300 kms along the back

First flight remembered with Great Pilgrimage (NSW/ACT)

While this year’s Great Pilgrimage had a strong historical focus, it was also about anticipating the next 90 years. The RFDS is just as relevant today as it was in 1928...

Women take the lead at Flying Doctor bases (NSW/ACT)

Two dynamic women have taken on new leadership roles with the Flying Doctor: Kendall Graham has been promoted to Base Manager at Dubbo Base and Kate Parnell has joined us as Mascot Base Manager in Sydney.

Aeromedical Retrieval for Stroke in Australia

RFDS Research shows rural, remote, and Indigenous stroke patients have worse stroke outcomes than urban Australians. This may be due to lack of timely access to expert facilities.

Listen to your heart this World Heart Day (NSW/ACT)

People with cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions are more at risk of contracting COVID-19 and going on to develop severe forms of the vir

Case Study: Community Midwifery (SA/NT)

“I see the same RFDS Midwife every month, in my own home – the care is just fantastic.”

Senex $1m support to Royal Flying Doctor Service (SA/NT)

Senex Energy has extended its total commitment to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations to $1 million with a further three-year major sponsorship.