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team photo at headspace Cairns

headspace day - making space for more good stuff

09 Oct 2025

This year’s headspace day is an opportunity for young people across Far North Queensland to pause and reflect on ways to make space for the things that matter to their mental health and wellbeing.

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14 Jul 2025

A year of Picnic with the Planes

Four events, four Queensland bases, and thousands of smiling faces.

Crowd at Picnic with the Planes event
14 Jul 2025

Day in the life of a rural GP

For most general practitioners (GPs), a day in the office follows a familiar routine. But for Nick, a GP with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) based in Cairns, every day is a little different, and unlike most, his day begins in the sky.

Nick and his crew
14 Jul 2025

Fear of the dentist – forgotten!

For Felicity, a trip to the dentist often triggered a traumatic memory of when she had all four wisdom teeth removed as a teenager, until she visited the RFDS Dental team in Glenden.

RFDS Dental Service
09 Jul 2025

Building a legacy for future generations

As we mark NAIDOC Week, we reflect on the ongoing commitment of the RFDS (Queensland Section) to building a healthier, more resilient future across the many communities we serve.

NAIDOC Week
07 Jul 2025

Bundaberg local connecting the RFDS to community

The Bundaberg based Manager of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) Community Engagement team has been a long-time advocate for giving back where you can.

Stuart in front of aeromedical simulator
03 Jul 2025

30 years of service, dedication and community in Central Queensland

Today (3 July 2025) marks a major milestone for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS), as Rockhampton Base celebrates 30 years of delivering vital healthcare to rural and remote Queenslanders.

Trish in front of aircraft
29 Jun 2025

Brisbane Base celebrates 30 years

On 29 June 1995, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) opened the doors to a new base in Brisbane, connecting Queenslanders to life-saving specialist care in the city.

RFDS Brisbane Base
24 Jun 2025

A dream come true

For Abi Donaldson, becoming a flight nurse with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) was not just a career move; it was an opportunity to support those closest to her heart.

Abi in front of aircraft