Elders Insurance has given $20,000 to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations to support primary and emergency healthcare in rural communities.

“We’re proud supporters of the RFDS and, as an insurer with roots firmly entrenched in the rural landscape, we wholeheartedly share its commitment to rural and regional Australia and passion for the health and wellbeing of its communities,” GM Peter Mackereth said.

“You don’t have to look far to find someone who has been helped by a flying doctor – this donation will give much-needed support to the RFDS and the vital health services it provides.”

The donation includes pledges from Elders Insurance agents and the charitable arm of QBE, which partly owns the rural insurer.