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A day to celebrate our doctors

A day to celebrate our doctors

28 Mar 2025

This National Doctors’ Day we speak to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Medical Lead – Telehealth Anna Bowen about our unique services and pay tribute to the commitment, dedication and skill set of our medical officers.

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RFDS Medical Chest

Lifesaving training provided for remote weather station staff

30 Apr 2024

The care provided by the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) extends far and wide, but it may just be further than you think.

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RFDS Local Hero Awards 2024

Flying Doctor announces its annual RFDS Local Hero Award winners

29 Apr 2024

From schoolchildren and first responders to horseback fundraisers and mental health advocates, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) has today announced its latest RFDS Local Hero Award winners.

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Brady in front of aircraft

A diverse and rewarding career

26 Apr 2024

Whether it is landing on a remote airstrip or driving the crew to stabilise a patient, Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Pilot Brady Thrift is always there to lend a helping hand.

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Aircraft with sunset

Legacy of service: from RAAF to RFDS

25 Apr 2024

ANZAC Day is a day that holds personal meaning to many individuals and families across Australia and New Zealand.

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Flooding

Road to recovery

22 Apr 2024

Communities in Far North Queensland and staff from the RFDS (Queensland Section) Cairns Base have united to rebuild from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper.

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RFDS Ambassadors

New RFDS Ambassadors to light the way for Queensland

10 Apr 2024

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is proud to announce its latest round of inductees who have signed on to become a ‘Light the Way’ Ambassador.

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Dr Charles with aircraft

Celebrating a 20-year journey of compassionate care with RFDS

30 Mar 2024

From the top end to the far west, Dr Charles Ellis-Hallett has dedicated the past twenty years to delivering invaluable care to many regional, rural and remote communities.

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Outback Mum

Outback mums

18 Mar 2024

RFDS and Motherland giveaway competition winner Laura shares how the Flying Doctor has been a saving grace for rural mums.

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