The RFDS in QLD

News

Graphic: Outback Mum

Outback mums

18 Mar 2024

RFDS and Motherland giveaway competition winner Laura shares how the Flying Doctor has been a saving grace for rural mums.

More details
Over land and over sea

Over land and over sea

24 Aug 2018

I remember it clearly. It was about six o’clock in the morning, I was bending down to get some live bait in the bucket for my hook when I felt this funny sensation in my head. There was no pain, just a strange sensation.

Read full story

2018 Wings For Life Gala

23 Aug 2018

Once again we held our Annual Wings For Life Gala. This years event was spectacular and our best one yet.

Read full story

Outback Survival: Staying Safe in the Heat and Sun

02 Aug 2018

Before you embark on your adventure, make sure you're prepared for and protected against the sun and heat by following these precautions.

Read full story

Outback Survival: Exploring Safely

01 Aug 2018

In the outback, safety when exploring comes down to one thing: preparedness.

Read full story
Scott shorten announced 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero

Community champion named 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero

30 Jul 2018

An unassuming figure with a heart and sense of community spirit as vast as his backyard in south west Queensland’s Yowah, Scott Shorten is the deserving winner of the 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero award.

Read full story

Outback Survival: Mosquito Safety

20 Jul 2018

There are no vaccines for most mosquito-borne diseases, preventing yourself from being bitten is the strongest form of defence.

Read full story

Outback Survival: Safe Motoring

20 Jul 2018

There are four times more injuries in remote areas than in towns and cities.

Read full story

Outback Survival: Safety Around Water

20 Jul 2018

Despite only a fraction of the population living in remote or rural areas, these regions are responsible for one third of all drownings nationwide.

Read full story