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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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Rural junior doctor training program update
04 Feb 2020As 2019 came to an end, so did our first year of interns who participated in our rural junior doctor training program.
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Flying Doctor showcases initial plans for Bundaberg simulation training facility
31 Jan 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has today showcased the preliminary plans for its world-class Aeromedical Retrieval Simulation Hub (AMRSH) to be built in Bundaberg.
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Flying Doctor board members named Members of the Order of Australia
30 Jan 2020The hard work and dedication of two Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) board members were formally recognised in this year’s Australia Day honours.
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Flying Doctor records busiest year in Queensland
22 Jan 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has recorded its busiest year to date, with more than 98,000 occasions of care delivered across the state.
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Flying Doctor supporter wins Queensland Volunteer of the Year
15 Jan 2020The joy and companionship that comes with giving back and a love for an iconic Australian charity has seen Gordon Park resident Val Marlow named Queensland Volunteer of the Year.
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Keeping Queensland's mums safe
13 Jan 2020“I saved some of my pocket money for you to use when other people get hurt like my mum.” So ends the beautiful letter we recently received from 8-year-old Brielle Bowen, one of our youngest supporters.
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A son's dream and a mother's love
13 Jan 2020Every year, many of our kind and generous supporters make the decision to include a gift in their Will to the Flying Doctor. For some, it’s a way to show their appreciation for a service that has kept their community safe.
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History in the making
13 Jan 2020With your generosity, we’re almost ready to open the doors to a new Bundaberg Aeromedical Base!
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