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Growing up alongside the RFDS

27 Aug 2026

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02 Mar 2026

Support the Flying Doctor this Giving Day

Next month, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is hosting its Take to the Skies Giving Day – a 24-hour donation drive to raise vital funds for the Service.

21 Feb 2026

Change the Game returns, turning livestreams into life-saving support for the Flying Doctor

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is levelling up its charity streaming initiative, Change the Game, with the campaign returning for its second year to unite gamers, streamers, and content creators.

20 Feb 2026

Helen’s journey to headspace Cairns

For headspace Cairns manager, Helen Isenhour, helping young people has been a lifelong passion.

14 Feb 2026

A true RFDS love story

Starting a new role as a RFDS flight nurse in Townsville wasn’t the only thing giving Maddy Cocksedge butterflies.

13 Feb 2026

From pedal to digital radio

The power of radio is something the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has harnessed since its inception, using it to connect with regional, rural and remote communities.

06 Feb 2026

The ‘Drover’ re-born at Mount Isa airport

After an detailed five month restoration, the iconic RFDS ‘Drover’ aircraft has been put back on display, this time at the front of the organisation’s new base at Mount Isa airport.

05 Feb 2026

RFDS Dental Service turns 13

As the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Dental Service celebrates 13 years of delivering vital oral health care across the state, the team are highlighting the importance of motivating teens to stay on top of their dental check-ups.

28 Jan 2026

From temp to trailblazer

When Gail Hills walked into the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Townsville Base for a two-week temp job she had no idea it would turn into two decades of dedication, growth and unforgettable moments.

19 Dec 2025

A focus on mental health this Christmas

These holidays, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) and headspace Cairns are encouraging anyone who feels like they are struggling over Christmas to prioritise finding someone to talk to about it.

18 Dec 2025

An ode to the Flying Doctor

We are honoured to share a beautiful poem written by one of our supporters, Edwina Smith. Her heartfelt words capture the spirit of the Flying Doctor.

12 Dec 2025

Making every donation count

When someone reaches out to the Flying Doctor to show their appreciation for the Service, our Supporter Care Manager, Meg Prendergast, and her team are there to make sure every gesture of thanks is valued.

10 Dec 2025

RFDS makes a special delivery this Christmas

Santa Claus won’t be the only red belly in the sky this Christmas, with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) delivering presents to remote primary health care clinics out west this week.

10 Dec 2025

King Air 260C is at the top of our Christmas wish list

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is planning an exciting and essential upgrade to our ageing fleet of B200 aircraft.

08 Dec 2025

From aerobatics to aeromedical

It’s the drive to make a positive difference that has kept Flight Standards Pilot, Marty Cram, flying for the RFDS for over 20 years.

29 Nov 2025

Next generation of aircraft engineers in the making

Brisbane-based Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Cate Dows and Cairns-based Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Garvina Lui are forging ahead in their careers in the Licensed Engineer Aviation Program (LEAP).