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New emergency airstrip takes off in Far North Queensland
More details30 years of community support in Rockhampton
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the RFDS Rockhampton Auxiliary, which has raised more than $2 million to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Rockhampton Base and its delivery of vital services across the region.
From Defence to the Flying Doctor
Before joining the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) as an aeromedical pilot, Matthew Kloeden flew with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), an experience that taught him the true meaning of service and teamwork.
Where challenge meets heart
Seeking something different, Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Mount Isa nurse manager, Jamie-Lee McCall, swapped the bustle of Brisbane for a new challenge in Queensland's furthest corner, and she hasn’t looked back.
Be sun safe this Summer
RFDS (Queensland Section) Dermatologist Dr Stephen Andrews talks about sun safety and skin surveillance ahead of Summer.
A career of care
This October, Dr Dean Taylor, Medical Education Lead - Aeromedical, celebrates 25 years of service with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS).
It’s a win for young Fraser
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) and Elders announce the winners of the 2025 Outback Explorer Competition.
headspace day - making space for more good stuff
This year’s headspace day is an opportunity for young people across Far North Queensland to pause and reflect on ways to make space for the things that matter to their mental health and wellbeing.
From flight nurse to flood recovery
Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Senior Mental Health Clinician, Timna, has embraced a new role that blends her passion for health and disaster recovery, supporting communities across Western Queensland.
Wellbeing wonders
This Queensland Mental Health Week, we’re shining a light on the simple steps anyone can take to boost their wellbeing.
Aeromedical Training Academy celebrates one-year milestone
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is proud to celebrate the first anniversary of the Aeromedical Training Academy in Bundaberg.
RFDS Season 3 takes off
Mark your calendars: Australia’s award-winning series, RFDS, is set to premiere its awaited Season 3 this week.
Aunty Joyce Crombie’s gift to become an important centrepiece
A powerful new artwork by respected Aboriginal Elder and artist Aunty Joyce Crombie was today donated to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Longreach Mental Health and Wellbeing Service.
Landing fees waived means big savings for the RFDS
The Fraser Coast Regional Council (FCRC) has again thrown its support behind the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) by waiving over $135k in landing fees at Hervey Bay and Maryborough airports.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has 20 million reasons to thank Ergon Energy Retail customers
Twenty-five years of working alongside the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) has seen Ergon Energy Retail staff and customers raise more than $20 million.
RFDS crews upskill on trauma training
Doctors and nurses from across the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) and LifeFlight networks gathered across the state last week to upskill on essential trauma training.
