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Ngarnal Health and the RFDS partnership launches on Mornington Island

01 Jul 2026

Primary Health Care (PHC) support for Mornington Island residents enters an historic new era today with the launch of a transformational agreement between Ngarnal Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section)

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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
13 Mar 2026

Three-year commitment to keep the Flying Doctor flying

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is proud to announce additional funding in continuation of our long-standing partnership with Hancock Agriculture.

Adam Giles and Meredith Staib
08 Mar 2026

RFDS balances the scales

This week the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) hosted its annual International Women’s Day Reception in Brisbane, reaffirming its commitment to supporting women across the state.

RFDS IWD Reception