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About Drive 4x4 The Doc

A Country Escape With a Purpose

Imagine a spectacular long‑weekend journey through regional Australia — all while helping the Flying Doctor continue delivering essential healthcare to people living in rural and remote communities.

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That’s the heart of Drive 4x4 The Doc.

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The Royal Flying Doctor Service relies on the generosity of individuals, organisations, and events like this one to keep its vital work going. By taking part, you’re not only supporting some of Australia’s most vulnerable residents, you’re also giving a boost to the local towns we visit along the way.

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If you’re interested in joining us for Drive 4x4 The Doc, head to the ENTER page and complete the entry form.

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Each year, Drive 4x4 The Doc brings participants together to explore remote and regional Australia through a carefully curated journey that blends scenic touring, local connection, and meaningful impact.

 

With relaxed driving, unique outback experiences, and opportunities to engage with the communities and people at the heart of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, it’s a chance to see Australia differently — with purpose in every kilometre.

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For more information, feel free to get in touch:

[email protected]

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Download our Drive 4x4 The Doc 2026 Information Pack

About the RFDS

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is one of Australia’s most trusted and essential care providers, delivering world‑class primary health services and 24/7 emergency medical response to people living, working, and travelling across the nation’s most remote regions.


As a not‑for‑profit organisation, the Flying Doctor depends on the generosity of supporters to ensure its aircraft, clinicians, and crews can reach those who need help — no matter how far away they are.


The Scale of the Mission

  • 27 million kilometres flown last year

  • 775 patient contacts every single day

  • 67 aircraft in active service

  • A lifesaving service that helps someone every two minutes

 

Keeping a nationwide aeromedical network running is resource‑intensive — but without it, thousands of Australians would face dangerous delays or complete barriers to critical care.


Why Your Support Matters
The Flying Doctor is often the only lifeline for people whose access to healthcare is limited by distance, isolation, or circumstance. Your support helps ensure Aussies in the bush receive the same chance at care as those in the cities.

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“If The Flying Doctor wasn’t there and I couldn’t get the specialist medical treatment I needed, my children wouldn’t have a mum.”

Michelle,

 

See Michelle's story HERE

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​​The RFDS changes — and saves — lives every day. With your help, it can continue to be there when it matters most.

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The Outback Car Trek has been proudly raising funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service for 35 years.

Ph: 0439 815 638    E: [email protected]

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