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Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW

26 Mar 2026

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10 Feb 2025

Going the extra mile for those miles away

It’s the little things that can make a good service great, and Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Primary Health Care Nurse Manager Lesley Mallard is dedicated to making that difference across the 22 clinic locations she and her incredible team covers.

10 Feb 2025

Medical Chests are a lifeline in the outback

Lead Pharmacist Rochelle shares how the RFDS Medical Chest program bridges the gap when healthcare facilities are hours or even days away.

07 Feb 2025

Succession assured for Australia’s premier motoring fundraising events

After 35 years and over $36 million raised for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the Outback Car Trek (OCT) has ensured its future by transferring ownership and management of its premier motoring fundraising events to the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE).

07 Feb 2025

Protect Your Heart This Valentines Day

While we are unable to help in any romantic endeavours this Valentines Day, we are happy to share with you our top 3 heart health tips.

07 Feb 2025

Health Notice: What you need to know about Japanese Encephalitis

With the likelihood of increased cases in 2025 following recent detection of the virus in the Moree, Griffith and Narromine Shire regions of NSW, we are encouraging the community to take early and proactive steps to protect themselves from this virus and monitor for symptoms.

07 Feb 2025

You're the reason Hamish is here today

Hamish received rapid critical care after a motorbike accident at Cameron’s Corner and credits this experience for inspiring his mission to help others stay safe.

03 Feb 2025

Renewed support from Beach to bush

Beach Energy has extended its major sponsorship of RFDS SA/NT to support the continual upgrade of Flying Doctor aircraft and life-saving equipment.

31 Jan 2025

Birtles & Bean Complete Their Epic Journey raising funds for the RFDS

Matthew Benns and Warren Brown’s journey retracing Francis Birtles’ historic trek has raised over $120,000 to support life-saving RFDS services.

31 Jan 2025

The Flying Doctor teams up with Brisbane Broncos

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is proud to join the Brisbane Broncos Charity Partner Program, sponsored by loans.com.au.

30 Jan 2025

RFDS Budget Submission seeks greater primary healthcare access in the bush

In the 2025-26 Commonwealth Budget, the RFDS is driven by the recently finalised Strategic Partnership with the Australian Government to address the significant health needs of those living in rural and remote parts of our country, seeking further investment in primary healthcare services.

29 Jan 2025

Flying Doctor is Australia’s ‘Most Reputable Charity’ for 13th year, says Charity RepTrak ™ 2024

The Royal Flying Doctor Service has once again ranked first in the Charity Benchmark 40 by Charity RepTrak - and has done so for 13 of the 14 years that the study has been conducted.

29 Jan 2025

Flying high at Broken Hill’s newest tourist attraction

The Royal Flying Doctor Service’s (RFDS) new Outback Heritage Experience officially open to visitors thanks to $5.5 million in funding support from the NSW Government.

29 Jan 2025

How You Can Support Your Youth's Mental Health

Our Mental Health Team Leader, Meagan Chivers, wants parents of youth to know that open communication is crucial in helping them cope when times get tough.

22 Jan 2025

Our bank account has changed, but our mission hasn’t

We have changed banks to provide you with more options and better security when donating to the RFDS in WA.

22 Jan 2025

A risk of rupture and a race against time: Robert's story

As time ticked by, Robert had a tight window to travel 3,000km across the country for life-saving surgery.