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The RFDS Flight Nurse who delivered 3 of his own children

10 May 2026

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06 Dec 2018

Life can shatter in a heartbeat

When Mel took her 11-week old baby daughter Keiley to the hospital with breathing difficulties, she never expected the shocking turn of events.

29 Nov 2018

Annual results show Flying Doctor's mental health services are growing

Annual results announced at the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section's AGM show an increased focus on mental health.

24 Oct 2018

Invictus Games Gold for Flying Doctor Base Manager

RFDS Broken Hill Base Manager Marcus Wilson was so focused on the sailing that he almost didn’t noticed Prince Harry in the boat next to him. Here, Marcus shares the excitement of representing Australia and the RFDS in the Invictus Games

17 Oct 2018

Royal couple lights up RFDS Dubbo Base

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited the RFDS Dubbo Base and revealed the name of the new aircraft. Read all about the exciting day here...

20 Sep 2018

Taking care of your mental wellbeing

Our mental health team shares some tips about how to take care of yourself, where to go for help, and explains how the RFDS helps.

28 Aug 2018

Launceston engineer wins national award

Launceston Engineer Greg Foot has been recognised by the Federation Board of the Royal Flying Doctor Service at an award ceremony in Canberra. Greg was presented the award by Minister for Rural Health Bridget McKenzie

27 Aug 2018

A lasting legacy

I am hoping that the bequest that I am leaving the Flying Doctor will continue to help in some small way

27 Aug 2018

Message from the president

Ruth Sandow, RFDS SE President, lives at Pimpara Lake Station, 200km north of Broken Hill. Like many other farmers in far western NSW, Ruth and her family are dealing with one of the worst droughts on record. Here, she shares her experiences and personal photos of what she’s seeing on the land.

27 Aug 2018

New aircraft means more healthcare to more people

Aeroplanes are both a practical necessity and a magical part of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. So when a new aeroplane joins the team it is cause for celebration. This year there was even more reason to rejoice with four new aircraft joining our growing fleet!

23 Aug 2018

All about Aaron

As the unofficial mascot, Fly Dog Aaron loves being part of the RFDS!

22 Aug 2018

Drought isn’t just about rain

Please donate to the Royal Flying Doctor Service to help our farmers through the drought.

09 Aug 2018

Centenary grant supports kids’ dental health

The help of the Commonwealth Bank and the Dubbo Support Group is hugely valued as it allows us to push ahead and continue to improve the dental health of people living in and around Bourke...

09 Aug 2018

First flight remembered with Great Pilgrimage

While this year’s Great Pilgrimage had a strong historical focus, it was also about anticipating the next 90 years. The RFDS is just as relevant today as it was in 1928...

09 Aug 2018

90 Years of Development and Innovation

The Reverend John Flynn set up the Royal Flying Doctor Service and commissioned inventor Alfred Traeger to develop a pedal radio

08 Aug 2018

The Fun of the Outback Car Trek

Holiday time is scarce, but you sacrifice it to raise money for the RFDS," said Rachel Saunders who took part in this year's Outback Car Trek...