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Neville on the beach at Swansea

"It's a joy to wake up" - Neville's Story

18 May 2026

When Neville talks about his life before connecting with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania, he doesn’t sugar coat it. He said, “I had cancer and wasn’t expected to live.”

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06 May 2026

RFDS Tasmania Board Chair Named Tasmania’s Governor

RFDS Tasmania proudly congratulates Caroline Wells on her appointment as the 30th Governor of Tasmania, recognising her outstanding leadership, distinguished service, and unwavering commitment to the Tasmanian community.

RFDS Tasmania CEO Nicole Henty with Tasmania's new Governor, Caroline Wells
02 May 2026

Celebrating the Flying Doctor at Tassie's historic hangar

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is marking 98 years of delivering life-saving healthcare across Australia with a community celebration held inside one of Tasmania’s most historic aviation spaces.

RFDS Tasmania's Corey Martin with Chris Condon of the Launceston Distillery
28 Apr 2026

2026 Truck Run Triple Treat

“By taking the service to the truckies, it is an opportunity for them to stop and have a chat to a health professional and remind them to take care of themselves.”

TTOOA present cheque to RFDS Tasmania for the 2026 Truck Run
16 Apr 2026

From Fairways to the Flying Doctor

Every time someone pays a green fee at the Longford Golf Club this year, they are supporting health care on the ground and in the air across Tasmania.

Club captain Craig Richards and member Mandy Burbury on course at Longford.
08 Apr 2026

New RFDS Tasmania Home Off to a Flying Start

RFDS Tasmania's new aeromedical facility is right around the corner - officially breaking ground at Launceston Airport this week.

The ground breaking at Launceston Airport for RFDS Tasmania new base
26 Feb 2026

A Scholarship Opportunity of a Lifetime

Each year, the RFDS Tasmania Scholarship program offers Tasmanian medical and dental students the chance to experience firsthand the realities of delivering care in remote and rural Australia.

Scholarship Student, Nick Yam on RFDS SANT flight
02 Dec 2025

Helping kids thrive offline this December

The December 10 social media ban marks a turning point for Australian families. While the adjustment may feel difficult at first, experts say it’s an opportunity to strengthen real-world connections and improve mental health outcomes.

RFDS Tas Youth Mental Health worker with child
17 Nov 2025

RFDS Tasmania Secures 10-Year Aeromedical Retrieval Services Contract

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania is proud to announce a new 10-year partnership with the Tasmanian Government, ensuring the continued delivery of essential aeromedical retrieval services across the State.

RFDS Tasmania CEO Nicole Henty at contract announcement