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RFDS Tasmania anti-vaping team at Port Dalrymple School

RFDS Tasmania Launches Anti-Vaping Program at Port Dalrymple School

23 Jun 2025

Developed in collaboration with Port Dalrymple School in George Town, the RFDS Tasmania Anti-Vaping Program is an engaging, evidence-based information session tailored specifically to George Town students.

More details
01 Jul 2021

Grant pops up for dental equipment

We all know there’s power in the printed word, but how can books help Tasmanians with tooth troubles get the care they need?

Pop Up Book Stall grant
10 May 2021

The first day of a child's life shouldn't be their last

Zac had a difficult start to life, but your support is what keeps families like his together. Find out how you can help children like Zac

RFDS Tasmania appeal
28 Apr 2021

King Island rider clocks up kilometres

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.

Fundraiser for RFDS Tas
28 Apr 2021

Recognition as Australia's Most Trusted Charity

The Royal Flying Doctor Service has been announced as Australia’s ‘Most Trusted Charity’ based on the Australian Reader's Digest Trusted Brands survey of 2021.

Reader's Digest Most Trusted Charity
12 Mar 2021

Big rigs on show to help RFDS

Tassie truckers travel to every corner of the state just like the RFDS, and this year they're putting on a mega display as a community fundraiser. Bob Imlach's rare Kenworth is just one of the amazing big rigs being polished up for the event.

community fundraising
10 Mar 2021

Cardiac rehab reaching further

A landmark Australian digital health platform that facilitates the virtual delivery of cardiac rehabilitation services for patients will be utilised by Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania to enhance its physical health program.

Physical health work
09 Dec 2020

Adventure turned into tragedy at Dolerite Gorge

The only thing Skrollan remembers as she fell into the gorge was hurting her rib cage, seeing the floor getting closer - then she hit the back of her head on a sharp stone.

Skrollan in the plane
02 Dec 2020

Mobile dental vehicle reaches more communities

Since 1961 the Royal Flying Doctor Service has been providing mobile dental outreach services to people living in rural and remote areas of Tasmania. That mission has become significantly easier with the launch of a $350,000 custom-built mobile dental vehicle.

dental truck