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Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW
More detailsMaking time for mental health this headspace Day
headspace Cairns encourages young people to slow down and take time to prioritise their mental health.
Farewell message from RFDS Western Operations CEO Rebecca Tomkinson
Rebecca leaves the RFDS in WA in excellent shape and with a clear flight path for the future after nearly five years as CEO.
#54 What happened when a drunk 15 year old got behind the wheel?
Alysia Cawthorn was illegally driving with her sister and friend in the car when they crashed and rolled. Hear her story in this podcast Alysia reflects on how she was given a second life by the RFDS.
RFDS Near and Far Voluntary Auxiliary raises $40,000 for the Flying Doctor
The RFDS Cairns Base has welcomed a large donation from the RFDS Near and Far Voluntary Auxiliary as a result of numerous activities and events ranging from field days and raffles through to a monster Cent Sale.
RFDS Dental Service brightens smiles in Mount Isa
The Royal Flying Doctor Service’s fully equipped mobile dental surgery has been on the ground in Mount Isa to provide free oral healthcare treatments.
Catch the WA Flying Doctor at the 2022 Perth Royal Show
Whether it's trying out our brand new hololens experience or chatting to one of our pilots, doctors or nurses about a career with the Flying Doctor, there's plenty of reasons to visit our exhibition stand at the 2022 Perth Royal Show!
The bright orange tractor taking the nation by storm
At just 18 years old, Sam Hughes, or as he is affectionately known, ‘The Travelling Jackeroo’, set out to travel Australia - decking out an unmissable bright orange 1957 Chamberlain 9G tractor to raise vital funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section).
RFDS to offer weekend primary health care clinic in Thargomindah
The Royal Flying Doctor Service will operate a Saturday primary health care clinic in Thargomindah each fortnight from 24 September.
WA football legend Graham Moss retrieved by the RFDS after an emergency in the Great Southern
“If the RFDS wasn’t around, my wife wouldn’t have been able to receive the urgent medical attention she needed and the desperate situation we were in would have only got worse,” Perth man Graham said.
A career of service and adventure for Dr Kieran Hennelly: Listen to his story
Born and raised in Manchester UK, Kieran was only a child when he first watched the Flying Doctor TV series. The stories of reaching people in need in some of the most remote parts of the world sparked a sense of adventure that has shaped his medical career ever since ⛷️🏔️🚁✈️
RFDS announces new community partnership
The RFDS has announced a community partnership with Racing Queensland’s Country Cups Challenge to help raise vital funds.
Albany boy Darcy's urgent RFDS flight to Perth
“You take the Flying Doctor for granted until you need them. But when you do, it’s comforting to know we can live out here and help will come in your worst hour” – Kate Douthie, Albany
90 days of service for the RFDS Fortescue Heli-Med Service
In its first 90 days of service, the RFDS Fortescue Heli-Med Service has transferred a total of 24 patients.
Remembering Queen Elizabeth II
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) offers our deepest condolences to the Royal Family.
Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
We at the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia pay homage and extend our deepest sympathies to the Royal family on the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, who has been a trusted and guiding light over the last century.
