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Renewed Commitment to Rural Health: Nicotine Management Program Extended

19 Aug 2025

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania is proud to share that its Nicotine Management Program has been renewed for another two years, thanks to continued support from the Tasmanian Government.

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06 May 2020

Handle with Care - saving Calvary

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

Calvary in hospital
30 Apr 2020

TakeOff Magazine out now

Read the latest jam-packed magazine from Tasmania with stories including a former Mayor recalling a daring Swan Island rescue; Hawks players supporting RFDS; and a flight nurse experience passed on to students.

Autumn 2020 TakeOff Magazine
03 Apr 2020

We need your help to reach anyone in need

In these unprecedented times when we find ourselves dealing with a global pandemic, it's business as usual for RFDS Tasmania with its staff going above and beyond to keep those in rural area physically and mentally strong.

16 Jan 2020

Hawks RFDS Trivia Night

In conjunction with Hawthorn Football Club, we're holding a trivia night and silent auction on 2nd of February.

Hawthorn RFDS Trivia Night
06 Jan 2020

2020 Calendar

RFDS Tasmania's 2020 Calendar is now available to purchase from locations around the state - contact us to find out where you can buy one.

03 Dec 2019

Ready to go for Maddison

“I’m just so thankful that the Flying Doctor has been there to help Maddison get the treatment she’s needed,” says Vanessa.

Maddison at school in hospital
09 Aug 2019

Tasmanians urged to brush up on oral health

During Dental Health Week RFDS Tasmania and St.LukesHealth have joined forces to call on Tasmanians to take oral health seriously and highlight options available to access affordable dental treatments in regional locations.

09 Aug 2019

North East Lions Club gets behind farmers

North East Lions Club has used the proceeds from its popular Farm Feast event to support the work of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in the Dorset Community. Yesterday a cheque for $5000 was handed to RFDS president Malcolm White.