We loaded the patient on board - time was of the essence as he was losing blood rapidly. We flew to Adelaide where he was operated on and survived, despite losing an arm. If he had had to wait for road transport he would never have made it. No sooner had we sat down than the news came through that someone in Wilcannia with a heart attack needed an emergency evacuation. So off we went again.
Saving lives in Australia's outback is a fantastic feeling.
It's a great job I've got. But we can't do it without resources. But smaller amounts can also make a tremendous difference. We need Australians' help to be able to make sure that all Aussies are safe through the 90s and beyond. We are here to serve both the country people and the many city travellers, often inexperienced, who take the chance to enjoy our great country.