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Thrown through the wash: Jason's story
More detailsA dry needle in the haystack: Meet our first Flying Physio
Armed with a portable treatment table and a backpack containing everything you’d find in a city clinic, the RFDS’s newest health professional is making tracks in the bush.
A student placement with the RFDS led to Mick landing his dream job
Having grown up in the suburbs of Melbourne, working as a mental health clinician in the Central Desert of Australia is a whole new world for Mick Keane.
QUIZ: How well do you know the RFDS?
How well do you know the RFDS? Test your general knowledge of the Flying Doctor with this quick-fire 10-question quiz!
RFDS named Australia's Most Reputable Charity
The RFDS was recently recognised as Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the 12th time in Reptrak’s annual charity and not-for-profit study (2023). Find out more.
Behind the scenes on an RFDS outback mission
Have you ever wondered what a Flying Doctor mission in the outback looks like? Get a unique behind-the-scenes perspective as we follow young patient Tyler’s journey with the RFDS.
Yarning with the 'Flying Doctor mob'
As a silent mental health crisis continues its deepening hold in the remote heartlands of Australia, the RFDS is trying to stop it in its tracks.
$3 million in miles: Meet our inspiring 'Oceans to Outback' participants
This October, the Flying Doctor once again challenged people across the country to walk, run or ride and raise funds. Find out how much was raised and meet participants with inspiring RFDS stories.
Rural recognition for the RFDS
The RFDS's very own Dr Ishani Kaluthotage was recently named Rural Registrar of the Year for her contributions to rural and remote health care.
A driving force: Peter Kittle Motor Company increases support for RFDS SA/NT
Renowned Australian car dealership Peter Kittle Motor Company recently guaranteed its commitment to rural and remote health and wellbeing, signing a new three-year agreement with RFDS SA/NT.
2023 Year in Review
Your Flying Doctor exists to support healthier and happier Australians, no matter where they live, work or play. Check out our 2022/23 Year in Review.
The Flying Doctor launches airside facility in the Riverland
The Royal Flying Doctor Service joined SA’s Riverland community at Renmark Airport to mark the official opening of the region’s first Patient Transfer Facility.
Elders builds on its support for the bush through RFDS partnership extension
Agribusiness icon Elders Limited has signed another three-year agreement with the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT, guaranteeing its commitment to rural and remote health and wellbeing until 2026.
Highway to help: Tony's story
When Tony’s vehicle rolled off the Eyre Highway in one of the most remote areas of the country, he was trapped in his car clinging to life – needing the RFDS to land on the road to airlift him to safety.
Cloud-powered care: Introducing the RFDS Electronic Health Record
The Flying Doctor has embarked on a new era of healthcare accessibility, launching the RFDS Electronic Health Record (EHR) to further enhance patient care.
From tourist to team member: How an RFDS visitor experience helped Mitchell spread his wings
After visiting the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility for the first time, Mitchell became enamoured by the Flying Doctor story and was eager to learn how he could get involved.
