Walk, run or ride to support healthcare in regional Australia

Now in its fifth year, Oceans to Outback is a national fundraising initiative to help keep the Flying Doctor flying. Combining wellbeing, workplace engagement and social impact, the program brings together workplaces, community groups and individuals to walk, run or ride while raising funds.

About Oceans to Outback

The national fundraising initiative combines wellbeing, team connection, and social impact, giving participants the opportunity to support essential healthcare services while working towards a shared goal.

The Oceans to Outback challenge reflects the extraordinary scale of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which delivers healthcare across 7.6 million square kilometres, operates a fleet of 81 aircrafts, and supports approximately 387,000 patient contacts each year.

For member organisations, Oceans to Outback offers a practical way to engage employees, strengthen workplace culture and demonstrate a commitment to communities beyond metropolitan Melbourne. The program includes fundraising milestones, virtual experiences, and team-based participation designed to encourage connection and celebrate collective achievements.

A key feature of the campaign is Dollar Match Day, where donations are matched dollar-for-dollar to maximise fundraising impact. In 2025, the initiative raised a record $335,335 in a single day, highlighting the power of collective giving in support of regional and remote healthcare.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is also seeking workplace and matched-giving partners to help expand the reach of the campaign and amplify its impact. Partner organisations can receive opportunities for national campaign visibility while supporting one of Australia’s most trusted and far-reaching community services.

Get involved

As Melbourne’s prosperity remains closely linked to the strength and resilience of regional Victoria and the broader Australian economy, Oceans to Outback offers a meaningful way for businesses and individuals to support the communities that help keep the nation moving.

To learn more or register a team, visit the Oceans to Outback website.