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Leanne's Story
Leanne and her husband Darren were taking their new campervan back home to Exmouth when a medical emergency almost cost Leanne her life.
More detailsRFDS TV Show Soars to New Heights with Season 2 Premiere Date Announcement!
06 Aug 2023Australia's beloved drama series, RFDS, is set to make a thrilling return with its much-awaited Season 2!
Read full storySilver City Bush Treadlers set off on annual pilgrimage for RFDS
28 Jul 2023Passionate RFDS supporters set off on their 2023 adventure, cycling through outback NSW.
Read full storyRFDS Pioneers Unique Covid-19 Vaccination Program to Serve Rural and Remote Australians
19 Jul 2023RFDS Pioneers Unique Covid-19 Vaccination Program to Serve Rural and Remote Australians
Read full storyOceans to Outback Returns, Continuing to Bring Essential Healthcare to Every Corner of Australia
18 Jul 2023Oceans to Outback Returns - Royal Flying Doctor Service and Generous Donors Bring Healthcare to Every Corner of Australia
Read full storyThe mobile RFDS Dental Service celebrates 10 years of miles and smiles
14 Jun 2023Collinsville locals joined representatives of the QCoal Foundation, Government, and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) to celebrate ten years of continuous service delivery by the mobile RFDS Dental Service.
Read full storyMen's Health Week 2023
13 Jun 2023Men's Health Week 2023, June 12-18, focuses on Healthy Habits. The RFDS, Tas provide health services to rural and remote communities throughout Tasmania in the areas of cardiovascular, mental and oral health. Here we provide tips on creating healthy habits in each of these areas.
Read full storyWhen ritual meets rescue: Robert's story
27 May 2023During a cultural ceremony in outback South Australia, Robert was struck by a sudden illness, sparking deep concern among family and friends. In need of urgent medical help, he was hundreds of kilometres from the nearest major hospital.
Read full storyNational Reconciliation Week 2023
27 May 2023NRW is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving Reconciliation in Australia.
Read full storyIn hot water: Louis' story
24 May 2023When a quiet day out on an outback lake went terribly wrong, Louis was left clutching his lifeless leg, calling out to mates for help. That's when they called the RFDS.
Read full storyHarvesting kindness: SA farmer-turned-author's tribute to young son
24 May 2023At just two days old Ziggy experienced his first aeromedical flight. The now seven-year-old is an inspiration to his young family – so much so that his dad, Brook, has penned a new children’s book dedicated to his son.
Read full storyGoing the distance: May 2023 fundraising recap
24 May 2023Check out all the latest Flying Doctor fundraisers and events making an impact in your community in recent months.
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