The RFDS in SA/NT
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Supporting our communities
22 Oct 2020When the COVID pandemic grounded commercial flights earlier this year, the Flying Doctor stepped up to transport patients, medical specialists, pathology tests throughout Australia's central corridor.
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Bay to Birdwood and the RFDS historic cars
24 Sep 2020Iconic 1920s images showing the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s founder traversing the outback in a battered Dodge Buckboard are inspiring the restoration of two vintage cars in South Australia.
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Bay to Birdwood
18 Sep 2020The 2020 Bay to Birdwood is proud to announce that the RFDS is this year's Charity Partner! Donate Now!
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A gift from the heart
01 Sep 2020The Flying Doctor recently visited Kangaroo Island to give back to a community in recovery from this summer's devastating bushfires.
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Regional Patient Transfer Facility marks first 100 days
01 Sep 2020The RFDS Mount Gambier Patient Transfer Facility – the first of its kind in regional South Australia – has completed its first 100 days of service to the community.
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Timewarp Trivia a success for all generations
31 Aug 2020More than 600 trivia buffs tested their general knowledge in the Flying Doctor's second online quiz fundraiser spotlighting music, film and cultural touchstones throughout the decades.
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A narrow escape on the Nullarbor
26 Aug 2020Chris Franks is lucky to be alive after he rolled his vehicle near Cook, South Australia. Flight Nurse Cameron Sims tells his story.
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RFDS powers the Territory with purpose-built aeromedical jet
22 Jul 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has unveiled its $14 million purpose-built aeromedical jet dedicated to improving and saving the lives of all Territorians.
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