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Graphic: Dr Katrina Starmer and some members of the Chillagoe community
THE GIFT OF TIME: The profound effect a community had on their local GP
For 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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Flying 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.
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2020 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).
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Flying Doctor invests in regional airports
09 Dec 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is investing $325,000 to enhance the capability of 36 regional aerodromes statewide.
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RFDS insources engineering operations
01 Dec 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) now has greater visibility and accountability of its engineering and maintenance activity with the transition of all engineering operations in-house.
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QAS donation reaches Flying Doctor patients right across Queensland
30 Nov 2020A generous Christmas gift from the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) will help deliver even greater levels of care for Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) patients in rural and remote Queensland.
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2020 RFDS Local Hero Award recipients announced
17 Nov 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has announced nine regional 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winners – each representing one of its base locations.
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Help babies like Zac this Christmas
14 Nov 2020It should have been the happiest day, but it turned into a nightmare for Shane, Jemma and baby Zac.
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Bright idea puts safety first for Flying Doctor night landings
11 Nov 2020Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) pilots have gone back to basics to ensure remote and private airstrips are adequately lit for night landings.
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