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More detailsRyman Healthcare honour Rev. John Flynn
Flying Doctor founder Rev. John Flynn’s legacy is to be honoured in a new way, with Ryman Healthcare's new retirement village facility in Burwood East, Melbourne, to be named after Flynn.
COVID-19 Emergency Appeal
The COVID-19 virus could be the greatest challenge of a generation. Right now, our medical teams are in desperate need of emergency supplies to help tackle the pandemic.
Smile Squad
The Flying Doctor Dental team has joined the Victorian government’s Smile Squad – a program set up to provide free examinations and dental treatment to Victorian public school children.
Bronwyn’s story
RFDS Victoria's Rural Women's GP service offers clients a gender choice when it comes to seeing a clinician. For Charlton local Bronwyn, the service has proven to be a "godsend".
National Standards update
RFDS Victoria’s voluntary participation in the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (National Standards) compliance assessment is fast approaching, with the auditing process commencing in late February 2020.
Our staff – compassion in the face of crisis
As an organisation, we wish to publicly acknowledge and thank our staff for their work during - and no doubt beyond – the bushfire crisis.
Handle with Care Appeal - saving baby Calvary
When a rare heart condition threatened little Calvary's life, the Flying Doctor was there to see her to safety.
RFDS scholarship supports rural health students
RFDS Victoria is supporting regional students studying nursing or allied health by offering four Give Them Wings scholarships. As well as $3,000 towards study expenses, the scholarship includes a day with one of our health care or patient transport teams to build hands on experience.
Transport service a lifeline for Pat and Allan
Allan’s eyesight isn’t what it used to be, which had made it impossible for the Heathcote local and his wife Pat to attend medical appointments in Bendigo, 50km away. Thankfully, Flying Doctor Community Transport can help people like Pat Allan get to vital medical appointments.
Bushfire crisis – a note from the RFDS Victorian CEO
A note from Scott Chapman, RFDS Victoria Chief Executive, on the continuing bushfire crisis.
Donate to RFDS Victoria
Your support helps us provide vital services to Victorian communities. Please click here if you'd like to donate.
Support Flying Doctor Wellbeing
Flying Doctor Wellbeing provides free access to mental health and wellbeing services in several areas across Victoria.
RFDS Victoria at Variety Kids X-mas Party
For the seventh consecutive year, RFDS Victoria sent a team to join in the fun at the annual Variety Kids’ Xmas Party. “It’s always a pleasure to be a part of this fantastic event which brings the joy of Christmas to kids in need,” said RFDS Victoria Education Manager, Tom Ryan.
RFDS Victoria wins Public Oral Health Clinic of the Year award
RFDS Victoria's dental team have been awarded the Public Oral Clinic of the Year Award.
RFDS Victoria Annual Report 18-19
A key focus of RFDS Victoria in the 18/19 financial year was partnering with regional stakeholders to deliver better outcomes for communities. By delivering tailored, local programs we are enabling regional and rural Australians to take control of their health.
