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Your compassion wrapped both Narelle and Jake in comfort

28 Aug 2026

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27 Aug 2026

Allie is ready to go the distance to save lives - You can join too

Last year, Allie and her colleagues took on the RFDS Oceans to Outback challenge to raise funds for vital healthcare in rural, regional and remote communities. They’re back for more in 2026, and Allie hopes you will join in, too!

25 Aug 2026

From London hospitals to outback airstrips: New RFDS clinicians complete intensive retrieval training

Over the past three weeks, five new Retrieval Doctors and four Flight Nurses have completed an intensive induction program designed to prepare them for the realities of providing critical care across regional and remote NSW.

19 Aug 2026

A Joker, a snake bite and an RFDS flight: Karen’s unforgettable journey

At 4am, Karen Gilbert lay in Dubbo Hospital having blood tests and antivenom administered, after being flown in by the RFDS following a snake bite on a remote outback campsite. Just days earlier, on the same road trip, she'd donated $1000 to the very organisation that would come to her aid.

18 Aug 2026

RFDS rescues musterer after kangaroo collision shatters leg

Aroutine workday in far western New South Wales turned into a medical emergency for contract musterer Patrick 'Paddy' Blomfields, when a kangaroo slammed into his side, severely breaking his leg and requiring the help of the Flying Doctor.

04 Aug 2026

Engineering Lifelines: The People Helping Connect Remote Australia to Care

Their work may happen behind hangar doors, but RFDS aviation engineers play an essential role in connecting remote communities with healthcare and helping patients access care closer to home.

03 Aug 2026

Skilled, self-sufficient, in the air by 7.30am: life as an Outback dentist

No two days look the same when your clinic is a plane trip from the nearest town – and that's exactly what RFDS dental teams are trained and equipped for.

27 Jul 2026

Felicity gives every month to help keep Australians safe - and she’s not alone

When Felicity signed up to become a regular giver, she never imagined her son would one day need us. She’s relieved she made the decision, and we are so happy to welcome her to our caring community.

23 Jul 2026

Your generosity turned a nightmare accident into a second chance

When Tony’s 15-tonne truck crushed both his legs in the middle of nowhere, Tony wasn’t sure he would make it home alive. But thanks to your compassion and care, he did.

15 Jul 2026

From the kids out here, thank you

You helped keep kids in the bush healthy, happy and safe this year. Now they want to say something special to you. This one is for you.

15 Jul 2026

Governor Visits RFDS Medical Services Gilgandra

On Friday 26 June, RFDS South Eastern Section was honoured to welcome Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales, and Mr Dennis Wilson to the RFDS Medical Services practice in Gilgandra.

23 Jun 2026

Chase is taking every chance to GROW, because you care

Chase turned his life around thanks to the GROW Program – and you.

15 Jun 2026

You made the Teddy Bear Clinic a joyful learning adventure

Thanks to your unconditional support the Teddy Bear Clinic brought a fun and interactive experience to hundreds of kids, teaching them about the ways the Flying Doctor works to keep them happy and healthy.

05 Jun 2026

Championing the fight against Q Fever

Over and above our regular clinics, the RFDS is taking preventative care out to the communities of central and western NSW – wherever they are.