Episode 966 A Heartfelt Tribute to the Royal Flying Doctor Service

Hi everyone, it's a very good late morning from Northern Territory, Central Australia, Alice Springs. This is episode 966 and it is Blind Magic in Alice Springs and I am your host and presenter Murray Stewart.

Congratulations to the 77 recipients of the Royal King or Queen's Holiday Weekend Honours. Special commendation goes to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. I will never forget that evening and early morning flight back on October 1st of 2022, when the staff were magnificent and saved my life following a massive heart attack.

Within hours, I was on my way to Adelaide for a quintuple bypass, thanks to the quick actions and professionalism of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Their care extended beyond the flight, with follow-up support during my recovery. This iconic service is indispensable to the people of Outback Australia.

During the recent Fink Desert Race, the Royal Flying Doctor Service once again proved their worth by transporting patients following a serious incident. Their planes are well-equipped, and their staff highly trained and compassionate.

On this Royal Recognition Weekend, let's all give thanks to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Their dedication and expertise are a lifeline for those in remote areas. This has been episode 966, a Blind Magic Communications production.