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Dr Sophie Ootes pictured next to RFDS aircraft

From Ballarat to the bush: How Dr Sophie Ootes found her calling in rural health

24 Nov 2025

When Dr Sophie Ootes received the RACGP South Australian GP in Training of the Year Award, she wasn’t just accepting a personal accolade – she was representing a voice for rural and remote communities across the state.

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17 Jun 2025

Royal Flying Doctor Service once again bound for the Bash in 2025

The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) is once again taking flight for the Mundi Mundi Plains as an official charity partner of the 2025 Mundi Mundi Bash festival.

RFDS joins the Mundi Mundi Bash
13 Jun 2025

Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand Charity 2025 announced

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is humbled to have been announced, for the 5th consecutive year, as Australia’s ‘Most Trusted’ charity brand in the Readers Digest Trusted Brands Australia 2025.

Chief Exec RFDS Emma Buchanan receiving award from Cathy Johnson from Readers Digest
12 Jun 2025

#137 Camille Overcame Anorexia as an Outback Teenager

WA cattle station manager, Camille McClymont, overcame Anorexia as an outback teenager.

Camille and her young son Lachlan on an outback muster
10 Jun 2025

Our numbers tell a critical story

Numbers are important at tax time. At the Royal Flying Doctor Service, our numbers show why your help is critical in Western Australia.

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09 Jun 2025

Men’s Health: The Essential Check-Up Guide for Every Age

‘Prevention is better than cure’ is especially true when it comes to men's health. We've created a guide to help stay on top of your health and manage conditions before they become serious.

Nicole with Rhys and sheep
06 Jun 2025

Going the Distance 2025

On Wednesday 4 June 2025 RFDS Victoria brought together the Flying Doctor family to celebrate and raise funds for the essential work of providing healthcare to rural and regional Victorians.

Gala dinner guests
05 Jun 2025

#136 Having a Ball in Broken Hill!

The Flying Doctor Podcast takes listeners on a remote rural road trip to the RFDS Base at Broken Hill.

A poster from the 2025 Broken Hill Auxiliary Ball
05 Jun 2025

Your Guide To Winter Wellbeing

As the winter months roll in, shorter days and colder temperatures can take a toll on our mental health. Here are some simple yet effective ways to support your mental health in the upcoming cooler months.

Phil and Digger wait for the RFDS Tasmania Health Hub Bus with Queenstown mountains behind.
02 Jun 2025

RFDS Tasmania's Menopause Masterclass

Imagine living in a community so remote that access to a wide range of shopping is a rare opportunity. For those on Flinders Island, a trip to “the big smoke” can consume a significant portion of the shopping budget. Travel and freight costs make even essential items a luxury.

RFDS Tasmania's Project Officer Ana Bonython
28 May 2025

National Reconciliation Week - Bridging Now to Next

At the RFDS, National Reconciliation Week a time to reflect, raise awareness, and foster meaningful conversations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. It’s an opportunity to deepen our understanding and strengthen mutual respect.

NRW RFDS
27 May 2025

RFDS Tasmania Recycle Rally: Turning Waste into Healthcare Support

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania has joined the Recycle Rewards Program, giving communities a new way to support vital healthcare services while helping the environment.

RFDS Tasmania Recycle Rewards
22 May 2025

#134 No Time For Makeup. A Magical Outback Medical Memoir

In this week’s episode we meet Dr. Elizabeth Green, a shining example of commitment and expertise in the world of rural medicine. Through her memoir.

Dr Elizabeth Green RFDS
19 May 2025

A Night to Remember | Celebrating Broken Hill's 2025 Flying Doctor Ball

The 17th of May 2025 wasn't just our 97th birthday. It was also an evening of connection and celebration, as over 300 guests raised valuable funds at the 2025 Flying Doctor Ball in Broken Hill's Civic Centre. 

Broken Hill's 2025 Flying Doctor Ball
16 May 2025

Celebrating Flying Doctor Day 2025

May 17 is Flying Doctor Day, marking 97 years since the RFDS began operations, providing the finest care to the furthest corner for people in the bush.

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15 May 2025

#133 The Wild and Wonderful World of One Tree Island

Meet the caretakers - and RFDS medical chest custodians - of Qld's remote One Tree Island.

Heinrich and baby Lucas swimming at One Tree