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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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Profile: Hayley Wood, Network Support Pilot, RFDS
03 Mar 2021As a teenager, Hayley Wood accompanied her dad on a trial instruction flight. Hayley says on that day all her former career aspirations perished and she knew she was destined to become a pilot.
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New aircraft to bolster RFDS fleet
11 Feb 2021The aeromedical capabilities of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) are set to be bolstered through the acquisition of four new Beechcraft King Air 360CHW turboprop aircraft.
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RFDS Flight Nurses celebrate 30 years
05 Feb 2021It’s rare for any employee to achieve 30 years’ service in one organisation, but rarer still for two employees to be celebrating the milestone on the same day.
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THE GIFT OF TIME: The profound effect a community had on their local GP
19 Jan 2021For RFDS (Queensland Section) GP Trainee Katrina Starmer, a recent gift from the Chillagoe community, was not just beautiful – but incredibly symbolic.
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Legal expert Kathleen Conroy answers the most frequently asked questions about writing a Will
05 Jan 2021Partner and Pro Bono Director of Gadens, Kathleen Conroy, shares useful advice to consider when writing a Will.
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Visit our Brisbane Base from the comfort of your home!
04 Jan 2021During these uncertain times, planning a base tour can be difficult. But here at the RFDS (Queensland Section), we’ve found a way for you to visit our Brisbane Base without leaving the comfort of your own home.
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Heather Stott shares the impact of her role as Key Relationships Manager
03 Jan 2021In her role as Key Relationships Manager, Heather Stott enjoys meeting RFDS (Queensland Section) supporters, and showing them how their contributions are making a difference.
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Learn why Flight Nurse Robyn Langton is passionate about her role with the RFDS
02 Jan 2021RFDS Bundaberg Manager of Clinical and Base Operations, Robyn Langton, says being able to provide remote Queenslanders with the same quality of healthcare to their counterparts in the city is one of the most rewarding parts of her job.
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