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The RFDS Flight Nurse who delivered 3 of his own children
More detailsFlying Doctor named as charity partner for Vivid Sydney 2019
The Flying Doctor is announced as the official charity partner for the 2019 Vivid festival.
Zaviah's story
"For children in Bourke it is nearly a five-hour drive to Dubbo which would mean an overnight stay for families who would have to take time off work and take the children out of school just to see a dentist."
The Flying Doctors Dental Team - Keeping children smiling all over NSW
“It’s the feeling that I can make a difference by educating a child, so their smile will last a lifetime, is what I love about my job."
Boy's ordeal ends with 'magical' Flying Doctor Flight
“The Flying Doctor means everything to us because we are so isolated. I have always had such a great respect and appreciation for them,”
Flynn flies on next generation $20 note
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is honoured to see its legacy continue on the next generation $20 banknote design revealed today by the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Flying Doctor visit saved my life
When Belinda went for a check-up at the Flying Doctor clinic in Tilpa she knew something wasn’t right. What she didn’t know was how that visit would save her life.
A smile belongs on every child
Lightning Ridge Support Group earns big returns for the RFDS
The first recycling scheme in north-west NSW has pulled the community together and exceeded its own expectations for fundraising for the RFDS.
A small boy’s rescue by his heroes
“My son knew about the RFDS. He is obsessed with planes... He was thrilled to know he was in a Flying Doctor plane."
Message from South Eastern Section President Ruth Sandow
Ruth Sandow, RFDS SE President, reflects the 90th anniversary year of the RFDS in 2018 and the inspirational development of the aeromedical service that remains vital today.
Courtney's Story
“You don’t realise how remote it is out there until you need help. It was spectacular to watch the Flying Doctor in action.”