The RFDS in QLD

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Abi in front of aircraft

A dream come true

24 Jun 2025

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.

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27 Sep 2022

RFDS Near and Far Voluntary Auxiliary raises $40,000 for the Flying Doctor

The RFDS Cairns Base has welcomed a large donation from the RFDS Near and Far Voluntary Auxiliary as a result of numerous activities and events ranging from field days and raffles through to a monster Cent Sale.

RFDS near and far auxiliary accepting a $40,000 cheque
26 Sep 2022

RFDS Dental Service brightens smiles in Mount Isa

The Royal Flying Doctor Service’s fully equipped mobile dental surgery has been on the ground in Mount Isa to provide free oral healthcare treatments.

RFDS mobile dental surgery
21 Sep 2022

The bright orange tractor taking the nation by storm

At just 18 years old, Sam Hughes, or as he is affectionately known, ‘The Travelling Jackeroo’, set out to travel Australia - decking out an unmissable bright orange 1957 Chamberlain 9G tractor to raise vital funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section).

A young man stands in front of an orange tractor. He is a wearing bright orange work shirt and old hat and is smiling at the camera.
20 Sep 2022

RFDS to offer weekend primary health care clinic in Thargomindah

The Royal Flying Doctor Service will operate a Saturday primary health care clinic in Thargomindah each fortnight from 24 September.

RFDS aircraft in air
16 Sep 2022

RFDS announces new community partnership

The RFDS has announced a community partnership with Racing Queensland’s Country Cups Challenge to help raise vital funds.

RFDS aircraft
09 Sep 2022

Remembering Queen Elizabeth II

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) offers our deepest condolences to the Royal Family.

Remembering the Queen
05 Sep 2022

Life-saving funds raised for Flying Doctor at iconic outback event

The RFDS is paying tribute to attendees of the 2022 Birdsville Races after more than $40,000 was raised for the life-saving service.

RFDS crew with simulator
01 Sep 2022

Supporting the future of Queenslanders

Dr Shauna Taylor is a Flying Doctor legend — in more ways than one. Working for the RFDS, she spends countless hours saving lives and caring for people, Through a gift in her Will, Dr Shauna will also have a lasting and life-changing impact to Queenslanders in regional, rural and remote areas.

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