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Peace of mind in the Wheatbelt
More detailsTrailblazer in flight: WA Flying Doctor Brian Collings retires
After supporting regional and remote communities across WA for nearly 15-and-a-half years, Flying Doctor Brian Collings retires.
RFDS’ Life-saving Blood Supply
Primary Health in Koorabye
Broome-based RFDS pilot Bryn James says it is a privilege to be able to assist the people of Koorabye in the Kimberley through our primary healthcare clinics.
Dentists go west
Meet our Stars of COVID-19
Port Hedland International Airport takes the Flying Doctor to new heights
Landing fees for Flying Doctor crews arriving at Port Hedland International Airport will continue to be waived following a three-year partnership extension announced today.
National Volunteer Week 2020
This National Volunteer Week (18 – 24 May 2020), we celebrate and acknowledge the volunteers and supporters who are the lifeblood of our organisation.
Landmarks across Perth city to light up for Flying Doctor Day
Landmarks across Perth city will light up in the iconic red and blue colors of the Flying Doctor to celebrate 92 years of our life-saving service across Australia.
RFDS Receives Fuel Expense Relief from Australian Government
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has been granted a number of fuel rebates from the Australian Government’s Australia Airline Financial Relief Package (AAFRP), totalling more than $500,000.
Meet Broome base flight nurse Fiona Yard
In recognition of International Nurses Day (May 12), we caught up with Broome base flight nurse Fiona Yard who is no stranger to the demands of remote nursing, especially as we continue to work through the pandemic and beyond.
Crew members return to serve WA communities during COVID-19
Former RFDS Western Operations pilot Joe Saad has responded to a call-out from the Flying Doctor in WA to bolster their workforce during COVID-19 and beyond. Joe shares with us insights from the frontline as he undertakes intensive infection control training and patient transfer procedures.
Bob just loved the ride!
Bob Niven shares his Flying Doctor story after experiencing two heart attacks whilst in Broome last year.
A Midnight Emergency
Doreen was enjoying her pre-Christmas holiday down south in Denmark when she awoke to a burning sensation and tightness in her chest.
Keeping remote community safe during COVID-19
It’s the beginning of March and the Kimberley region remains unaffected by the coronavirus pandemic. Elsewhere around the globe and in some parts of Australia, the threat of COVID-19 is rapidly spreading.
