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Graphic: Ella with her baby on the RFDS Flight
#88 Ella was 35 weeks pregnant & driving an outback truck when her waters broke!
Ella and Dave, transport company owners, embarked on a final trip from Perth to Kimberley before their baby's arrival. Unexpectedly, at 35 weeks pregnant, Ella's waters broke in the remote outback, far from medical help. They faced an urgent journey to reach the nearest hospital
More detailsLearn about our RFDS Reconcilliation Journey
11 Jan 2021We are dedicated to ensuring our services contribute to the “Close the Gap” targets to improve both health outcomes and access to health services for First Nations Peoples. Find out more about the RFDS Reconciliation Journey and our Reconciliation Action Plan
Read full storyLegal 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.
Read full storyVisit 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.
Read full story24/7 service uninterrupted by Broome base fire
03 Jan 2021The Royal Flying Doctor Service (WA) is continuing its 24/7 service in the Kimberley despite a fire at its Broome base on Saturday night.
Read full storyHeather 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.
Read full storyLearn 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.
Read full storyDr Charles Ellis shares his experience of an emergency flight to save a newborn baby
01 Jan 2021With almost 20 years’ experience with the Flying Doctor, Dr Charles shares one emergency flight he remembers vividly, the flight to save a newborn child.
Read full storyReconciliation Week Reading List
01 Jan 2021Expand your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievement with this recommended reading list for National Reconciliation Week.
Read full storySanta won't be the only Red-Belly in the sky this Christmas
23 Dec 2020Australia-wide, last year between December 24 (Christmas Eve) and December 26 (Boxing Day), the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) brought care to 278 people, with a range of illnesses and injuries.
Read full storyFlying Doctor powers through pandemic with unwavering healthcare delivery
23 Dec 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has navigated 2020 with minimal disruption to its vital healthcare services despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read full storyVale - Major General the Honourable Michael Jeffery
19 Dec 2020It is with deep sadness that we share the news that former RFDS Board chair (2008-2013) and former patron Major General the Honourable Michael Jeffery passed away peacefully at home on Friday the 18th of December.
Read full storyEquitable health access for all Australians
17 Dec 2020As part of a submission to the Federal Government's Inquiry into Regional Australia, the RFDS has just released a new research paper entitled 'Equitable Patient Access to Primary Healthcare in Australia'.
Read full story2020 RFDS Queensland Hero announced
15 Dec 2020The 2020 RFDS Queensland Hero is Bede Little, a first responder who has also fundraised for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS).
Read full storyUrgent flight for Albany baby
14 Dec 2020“Seeing your baby turn blue and struggling to breathe is terrifying,” says Albany mum, Tammy. When four-month-old baby Grace was struggling to breathe, Tammy remained level-headed to provide her daughter with the best fighting chance.
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