Today at Parliament House I saw firsthand the incredible work of the @RoyalFlyingDoc - a lifeline for our bush communities and a reminder of what practical support looks like. Thanks to RFDS Federation Chair Tracey Hayes, Federation Chief Executive Emma Buchanan, and RFDS SA/NT Chair Peter de Cure AM and SA/NT Chief Executive Tony Vaughan ASM, for taking the time to walk me through the work of the Flying Doctor and meet their frontline staff. My own family has relied on this vital service out in the Territory, just like countless families across remote Australia. When you are hundreds of kilometres from the nearest hospital, the Flying Doctor isn’t just a service - it’s hope, help, and often the difference between life and death. It was powerful to see their stroke-scanner helmet up close and the RFDS aircraft display, the same kind of capability saving lives on stations and in communities every day. While some talk about closing the gap, the RFDS gets on with the job, delivering quality healthcare where it’s needed most. I’m proud to stand with those who deliver real outcomes for rural and remote Australians. 🤍✈️