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Western NSW plains

Celebrating RFDS’s Fallon Gray as National Rural and Remote Health Awards Finalist

06 Nov 2025

Fallon Gray, Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section’s General Practice Business Development Lead, was a finalist for the 2025 National Rural and Remote Health Awards in the Excellence in Rural/Remote Health Administration category.

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06 Jun 2025

Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section welcomes $15 million NSW Government funding

The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDS) welcomes today’s announcement of $15m in funding from the NSW Government and Minister for Health to support vital RFDS services for regional, rural and remote communities.

Ryan Park and Roy Butler visit Broken Hill
04 Jun 2025

Because of you, life in the outback is safer

In the vast, rugged heart of Australia’s outback, distances are long, dangers are real, and help can be far away. But thanks to compassionate supporters like you, we are ready to bring critical care to those who need it most, no matter where they are.

Thanks to compassionate supporters, life in the outback is safe with RFDS
04 Jun 2025

Watch the special thank you message from our Chief Medical Officer, Dr Shannon Nott.

Behind every rescue, every flight, every life saved, you were there.

The RFDS says thank you to compassionate supporter.
04 Jun 2025

Judy and Glenn give back to remote communities

Judy and Glenn give back to remote communities through volunteering at the Mundi Mundi Bash.

Judy and Glenn give back to remote communities at Mundi Mundi Bash
26 May 2025

Introducing 2025's Outback Car Trek's Support Medics

Every year, the RFDS medics join the Outback Car Trek to provide 24/7 medical assistance. Find out who will be joining the 11-day epic adventure this year.

Outback Car Trek car sticker
21 May 2025

New RFDSSE Head of Motoring Events, Matthew Tosolini, to start in July 2025

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section) is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Tosolini to the newly created role of Head of Motoring Events. Matthew will take the reins of the Outback Car Trek from 2 July 2025.

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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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