Addressing the rural health crisis by Helping a Griffith family in need
For families in rural Australia, accessing essential healthcare is a challenge that goes far beyond booking an appointment. In small towns like Griffith, NSW—over 570 kilometers from Sydney—basic medical services, including specialists and allied health professionals, are often unavailable or severely under-resourced. Long waitlists, costly travel, and the strain of navigating public transport with unwell […]
Laurie celebrates the ‘All Clear’
“You can go home now- the cancer is gone” – the doctors’ words that brought tears to Laurie Dickson’s eyes after five years of battling tongue and bowel cancer. Laurie lives off the grid on a property in the Grawin Opal Fields, NSW and says he wouldn’t have it any other way. “A place where […]
Case Study: The transformative impact of a $100,000 bequest to Angel Flight
In 2024, Angel Flight received a life-changing bequest of $100,000 from the family of a past patient who had been profoundly impacted by the service. The donor, who had personally experienced the challenges of travelling for medical treatment, decided to leave a legacy gift to ensure that others in similar situations would have access to […]
Angel Flight helping Doctors contribute to better health in the South Australian bush
Moving from Norway to South Australia has been a welcomed change for Rural Generalist Dr Bjarte Sorensen who feels a strong sense of purpose in the remote areas where he treats rural patients in need. Passionate about the need for better access to health care in the bush, Dr Sorensen received his permanent residency in […]
