The RFDS in WA

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Oldmeadow family

Peace of mind in the Wheatbelt

24 Apr 2026

Eight-month-old Teddy became unwell with a fever, he became floppy, developed a blotchy rash and his hands, feet and lips turned purple. Chelsea says it was the most frightening experience as a parent.

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21 Apr 2026

Trip of a lifetime takes a turn

Retirees David and Liz had set off from Melbourne with a plan to drive around Australia. Exploring the Aboriginal rock art in Wunnamurra Gorge, Liz slipped on some rocks and heard a crack - her ankle was broken.

David and Liz, retrieved by RFDS WA
17 Apr 2026

Four new appointments to strengthen our Board

Four new members have been appointed to the Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Australia (RFDS WA) Board, further strengthening its governance and leadership following the appointment of incoming Chair Mr Rob Slocombe in February 2026.

Board members
16 Apr 2026

Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery

Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery, Alana Wemyss.

Inaugural recipient of the Wendy Scholarship for Midwifery, Alana Weymuss.
14 Apr 2026

Flying Doctor Day is landing on 14 May!

Flying Doctor Day is landing on 14 May!

Flying Doctor Day 14 May
16 Mar 2026

RFDS delivers four billion-dollar impact amid record demand

The Royal Flying Doctor Service in WA (RFDS) is delivering twice the value of the funding invested in its operations, according to a new independent report, amid record demand for its services.

RFDS WA delivers four billion-dollar impact
06 Mar 2026

Meet Dr Pip

Dr Pip Baker grew up on a dairy farm in northern Victoria and graduated in Medicine from the University of Adelaide.

Dr Pip
06 Mar 2026

Splash of gratitude

With roads closed and the weather too dangerous to fly, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) battled delays before transferring Joseph.

Joseph
06 Mar 2026

Meet Dr Ben

In August 2025, the Royal Flying Doctor Service opened its first bricks-and-mortar GP clinic, the RFDS Goldfields Health Centre in Kalgoorlie. Dr Ben Banwait is the Medical Director and Business Manager.

Dr Ben