The RFDS in QLD
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Lockhart River walk with the RFDS boosts men’s mental health
Lockhart River local Patrick has linked up with the RFDS to make a positive impact on men’s mental health through a new initiative - Walk, Talk, Yarn, Unite and Stand as one in support of Mental Health.
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A celebration of community
16 May 2023On Saturday, 13 May we celebrated our Brisbane Gala – Light the Lanterns: An RFDS Celebration.
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Raising kids in the bush
14 May 2023Mt Surprise mum, Kate Terry, shares how the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has helped her this Mother's Day.
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A dream becomes reality for Primary Health Care nurse
11 May 2023Working for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) had always a dream for Jess Abbott.
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A decade of mobile dental care a real asset for the bush
10 May 2023RFDS Dental Service provides preventative, oral care and health education services to regional, rural and remote communities across Queensland for more than 10 years.
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Baby Jenson’s surprise arrival
10 May 2023When Coby Foster set off for a long weekend in Melbourne to enjoy the Australian Open with her friends, little did she know it would be months until she returned home.
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RFDS Midwife pursues passion for working in rural Queensland
05 May 2023Growing up on a cattle property roughly 50 kilometers north west of Roma, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has always been a well-known service for Izzy Graham and her family.
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Help our flying doctors reach those in need
04 May 2023Support the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) Guiding Lights Appeal to deliver emergency equipment to regional, rural and remote communities across Queensland.
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Little explorers take the win
02 May 2023Rescue Swag Outback Explorer Competition winners announced.
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