
The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia has officially welcomed a new Pilatus PC-12 PRO aircraft to its Jandakot base – the first of its kind to join the RFDS WA fleet.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service will be able to reach West Australians in need even quicker than before with a first-of-its-kind plane taking to the skies.

Mrs Gina Rinehart said the new aircraft would help save lives where time and distance matter most, calling it “essential” for families living and working in remote areas.

Today, Gina Rinehart, Hancock Prospecting and Hancock Agriculture, honour the birthday of our companies founder, and his contribution to the Pilbara, to West Australia and Australia, Langley George Hancock.

Working and living in the ancient lands of the Pilbara surrounded by mining , an industry that has shaped WA’s economy and prosperity to make it the great state it is today.

Building a new program of this nature would not be possible without the unwavering support of Rowing Australia Patron Mrs Gina Rinehart AO and Hancock Prospecting, along with our valued partners

Mining is entering a new era where AI is transforming how decisions are made, risks are managed and operations are optimised.

Australian swimmer Shayna Jack has added her voice to growing calls for Olympic prize money, believing athletes are missing out on what they financially deserve.

Australia’s Beach Sprint squad launches its 2026 international season in Italy this weekend, with Rowing Australia highlighting the support of Patron Mrs Gina Rinehart AO as key to building a world-class Beach Sprint program.