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Message from our CEO about the fuel shortages in NSW

26 Mar 2026

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23 Oct 2025

Your gift of time inspired a gift in Richard's Will

Proud Outback Guardian, Richard, has left a gift in his Will to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section).

20 Oct 2025

Remembering Dr John Mickan AM: one of South Australia’s first flying doctors

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) pays heartfelt tribute to Dr John Mickan AM, honouring his life, legacy, and remarkable contribution to health care in South Australia’s remote communities.

17 Oct 2025

A career of care

This October, Dr Dean Taylor, Medical Education Lead - Aeromedical, celebrates 25 years of service with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS).

15 Oct 2025

It’s a win for young Fraser

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) and Elders announce the winners of the 2025 Outback Explorer Competition.

14 Oct 2025

It was a phone call that saved her life — thanks to you

Marie got the immediate treatment she needed following a visit to the Hebel clinic. Because of you, she now has more quality time with her family.

10 Oct 2025

From doorbell to diagnosis: How digital health is saving lives in the outback

The RFDS’s Australian-first Virtual Emergency Centre in William Creek has completed a successful first year of operation – providing life-saving 24/7 emergency medical care without a health professional physically in the room.

10 Oct 2025

RFDS supports breast cancer patients in the Outback through partnership with McGrath Foundation

Since 2011, the RFDS has employed a dedicated McGrath Cancer Care Nurse supporting people experiencing breast cancer based in Broken Hill, funded by the McGrath Foundation.

09 Oct 2025

RFDS and Filmmaker Jason King unite to shine a light on mental health in the bush

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section) and Broken Hill filmmaker Jason King are proud to announce a powerful new partnership in support of the upcoming impact documentary: The Jordan Liberty Project.

09 Oct 2025

headspace day - making space for more good stuff

This year’s headspace day is an opportunity for young people across Far North Queensland to pause and reflect on ways to make space for the things that matter to their mental health and wellbeing.

08 Oct 2025

From flight nurse to flood recovery

Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Senior Mental Health Clinician, Timna, has embraced a new role that blends her passion for health and disaster recovery, supporting communities across Western Queensland.

06 Oct 2025

Wellbeing wonders

This Queensland Mental Health Week, we’re shining a light on the simple steps anyone can take to boost their wellbeing.

01 Oct 2025

Aeromedical Training Academy celebrates one-year milestone

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is proud to celebrate the first anniversary of the Aeromedical Training Academy in Bundaberg.

30 Sep 2025

RFDS Victoria and Amplitude Energy extend partnership

RFDS Victoria joined Amplitude Energy in Orbost for the Community Breakfast event.

29 Sep 2025

RFDS Season 3 takes off

Mark your calendars: Australia’s award-winning series, RFDS, is set to premiere its awaited Season 3 this week.

29 Sep 2025

RFDS TV Show Returns with Season 3 Premiere This October

Australia’s most loved outback drama, RFDS, is set to return with its highly anticipated third season, premiering Wednesday, 1 October at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.