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Easter safety tips from your Flying Doctor
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is reminding Queenslanders to prioritise their safety ahead of the Easter long weekend.
More detailsQCoal Foundation invests in innovative RFDS pilot training
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) today welcomed a new $3 million commitment from QCoal Foundation for a new world-class aviation training facility in Bundaberg.

2021 RFDS Queensland Hero announced
Kate and Justin Boshammer have been crowned the 2021 RFDS Queensland Hero after turning their unimaginable grief into life-changing fundraising efforts to help others.

Celebrating our first female Flying Doctor pilot
A pioneer in her field, Beth joined the RFDS in 1958 and enjoyed a rewarding career with the Flying Doctor that spanned almost 30 years.

Thank God for the Flying Doctor
The French family has lived on Gilberton Station, in Far North Queensland, for more than 150 years. They say they wouldn't be able to live in such a remote location and do what they love if it weren't for the Flying Doctor.

RFDS Men’s Health Clinic takes off in Georgetown
RFDS (Queensland Section) is encouraging men to prioritise their heath by removing barriers that often prevent them from undergoing proactive health checks.

2021 RFDS Local Hero Awards recipients announced
Nine extraordinary Oueenslanders have been announced as the RFDS Local Hero Award winners-each representing RFDS base locations. Watch their stories and vote for your favourite RFDS Local Hero.

COVID-19 vaccinations take flight for kids in Western Queensland
RFDS (Queensland Section) has commenced the rollout of paediatric COVID-19 vaccinations in Western Queensland for children aged 5 to 11.

Becoming a Flying Doctor
For Dr Shaun Francis there was no defining moment that inspired his career. Instead, it was a culmination of things — his rural upbringing, interest in human biology, and desire to work as part of a high performing team, in a high-pressure environment — that led him to where he is today.
