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20 million reasons to smile

18 May 2026

Since it began in 2013, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Dental Service has played an important role, providing oral care where it’s needed most.

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17 May 2026

A legacy that keeps flying

On 17 May, Flying Doctor Day, we celebrate the anniversary of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and honour the people who keep its legacy flying.

Family watching RFDS aircraft
15 May 2026

A routine job turns life-threatening

Born and raised in outback Queensland, Jess Mackenzie knows the strength and vulnerability of life on the land, and despite it all, she wouldn’t live anywhere else.

RFDS aircraft
11 May 2026

Giving parents a helping hand

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) has launched a Circle of Security Parenting program across Central Queensland to work with parents who are looking for additional guidance on how best to support their child.

RFDS family photo
05 May 2026

RFDS midwives nurturing new life

For Liz Arnold, becoming a midwife was something she was quite literally born for.

RFDS aeromedical retrieval
25 Apr 2026

From defence to care

Todd Gregory’s pathway to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has been shaped by a strong dedication to service, adaptability and a long-standing connection to rural and remote communities.

Todd in front of aircraft
17 Apr 2026

Pedal for a cause

For Natalie, RideWest is more than a challenging bike ride, it’s a chance to give back to her hometown. Growing up in the bush and now living in Augathella, Natalie has seen firsthand the impact that limited access to mental health support can have in regional, rural and remote areas.

RideWest riders
30 Mar 2026

From Antarctica to the outback

It’s hard to believe that someone so passionate about improving access to healthcare in one of Queensland’s most remote regions once worked as a medical officer in Antarctica.

Dr Jason
20 Mar 2026

New era for Mount Isa as integrated medical support takes flight

Today marks an historic day in patient care across Queensland’s North West with the official opening of the new LifeFlight/Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) aeromedical hub.

RFDS aircraft in new Mount Isa hangar