The RFDS in QLD

RFDS encourages Queenslanders to help protect one another

25 years serving rural and remote Queensland communities

Dr Don Bowley celebrates 25 years of service to the RFDS (Queensland Section). Here, Dr Don reflects on what he describes as a very rewarding career.

RFDS receives international recognition

The Flight Standards Team of pilots ensure the Flying Doctor remains airborne and they have been recognised internationally for their efforts.

It was a dark and stormy night and a baby is on the way

After 15 years with the Flying Doctor in Queensland, pilot Lindsay Hart has had some unique experiences. One dark and stormy night over Longreach was particularly memorable.

Building a healthy headspace

On Wednesday 6 October, headspace Cairns celebrated headspace day — a national day of support for the mental health and wellbeing of all young Australians.

Flying Doctor helps protect remote communities through delivery of COVID-19 vaccine

RFDS (Queensland Section) primary health care staff have now delivered more than 7,500 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to rural and remote communities.

RFDS strengthens connections with Cape York communities

The RFDS (Queensland Section) has engaged Indigenous photographer, Naomi Hobson, to capture portraits in Cape York communities serviced by our Far North Mental Health and Wellbeing Service.

Funding secured for new Mount Isa Base

Funding secured from the Commonwealth Government for our new Mount Isa Base means the RFDS (Queensland Section) can proactively begin planning the construction phase of the $12.9 million aeromedical base and patient transfer facility.