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Flight Nurse Lydia Newton 

Prepared to Take-off for 90 Years in NSW: Flying Doctor Day 2026

17 May 2026

Flying Doctor Day on Sunday 17 May celebrates the anniversary of the first ever RFDS flight in 1928. It’s an annual event we mark as a reminder of just how far our impact has deepened throughout rural and remote communities over the years.

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23 Feb 2026

Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section welcomes new Retrieval Doctors and Flight Nurses

In February 2026, five Retrieval Doctors start their orientation with one of the world’s famous aeromedical providers, the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE). Accompanying them are three Flight Nurses, two of whom joined the service in the last few months.

RFDS doctor training with medical equipment
19 Feb 2026

You are the reason babies in the bush are with their families

It is only with your support that every Flight Nurse, like Karen Barlow, can continue receiving world-class training for birthing emergencies.

Flight Nurse and qualified midwife Karen Barlow
16 Feb 2026

Glendonbrook Foundation backs major upgrade to Clive Bishop Medical Centre in Broken Hill

The Glendonbrook Foundation has committed $400,000 to support the upcoming renovation of the Clive Bishop Medical Centre (CBMC) in Broken Hill.

CBMC frontage
09 Feb 2026

RFDS welcomes new GP to its Warren Medical Centre

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is delighted to announce highly-skilled Rural Generalist Dr Pretorius Francois is starting at Warren

Francois
04 Feb 2026

Wes reached out to talk - your kindness helped connect him with life-changing support

Wes found the right mental health support thanks to you.

Wes, pictured here at his new home in Stud Park, found the right support thanks to you.
28 Jan 2026

RFDS Heatwave Update: We’re Still Here for You

As this extended heatwave continues across NSW - with inland areas experiencing some of the hottest conditions in decades - we want our communities to know that RFDS services remain operational.

Thermometer
27 Jan 2026

Thanks to you, Indi is a happy, healthy toddler today

Your compassion saved Indi’s life and gave Joelene her wish for a complete family.

Your compassion saved Indi’s life and gave Joelene her wish for a complete family.
22 Jan 2026

Tom became a regular giver and is eager to make a difference, just like you

After speaking with fundraiser Paul, Tom was keen to support our ‘good work’ on a regular basis.

Tom became a regular giver and is eager to make a difference, just like you