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RFDS and RAA forge new roads in community partnership

04 May 2026

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01 Sep 2020

Regional Patient Transfer Facility marks first 100 days

The RFDS Mount Gambier Patient Transfer Facility – the first of its kind in regional South Australia – has completed its first 100 days of service to the community.

31 Aug 2020

Timewarp Trivia a success for all generations

More than 600 trivia buffs tested their general knowledge in the Flying Doctor's second online quiz fundraiser spotlighting music, film and cultural touchstones throughout the decades.

26 Aug 2020

A narrow escape on the Nullarbor

Chris Franks is lucky to be alive after he rolled his vehicle near Cook, South Australia. Flight Nurse Cameron Sims tells his story.

22 Jul 2020

RFDS powers the Territory with purpose-built aeromedical jet

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has unveiled its $14 million purpose-built aeromedical jet dedicated to improving and saving the lives of all Territorians.

09 Jun 2020

Celebrating one year of service

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations is celebrating one year of service for its RFDS Medi-Jet 24 – the ultimate intensive care unit that launched a new era in Australian aeromedical care.

14 May 2020

Our sky-high message of thanks

To mark the International Year of the Nurse & Midwife, RFDS Central Operations has taken its appreciation for its nurses sky-high.

12 May 2020

To all Nurses & Midwives

An open letter from RFDS Central Operations Chairman Peter de Cure and Chief Executive Tony Vaughan ASM for International Year of the Nurse & Midwife.

11 May 2020

Meet Our Nurses: Anne Alexander

As a Remote Area Nurse, Anne Alexander embraces the local community spirit as part of her day-to-day job.

11 May 2020

Meet Nurse Niamh

From the green hills of Ireland to the ochre heart of the Australian Outback - Niamh Gallagher's career as a Mental Health Clinician has taken her many places.

11 May 2020

A night in Hollywood

Movie buffs from Sydney to Switzerland took on the Flying Doctor’s inaugural online quiz fundraiser this month.

11 May 2020

Meet Our Nurses: David Carpenter

From the wintry Apple Isle and Central Australia’s ochre heart – David Carpenter’s RFDS career was inspired after a nursing stint in the remote communities of the APY Lands.

11 May 2020

Five minutes with a Pilot Instructor

Exactly what is involved in taking to the skies for the Flying Doctor? We speak with our Head of Training & Checking, Matthew Cosier, to find out what he looks for in a successful RFDS pilot.

10 May 2020

Generations of care

While many Australians have had a personal Flying Doctor encounter, Amber Driver concedes she has a few more stories than most.

09 May 2020

Banishing 'the blues' in the bush

Winter is on the doorstep and life has taken a few unpredictable turns of late. A positive mindset is key to getting through tough times, but how is it that some people can maintain that crucial forward-thinking approach every day?

08 May 2020

How well do you know the RFDS?

To celebrate the Flying Doctor's birthday this month, try your hand at the Flying Doctor crossword which features clues marking our rich heritage and exciting present-day operations.