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30 years of community support in Rockhampton
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the RFDS Rockhampton Auxiliary, which has raised more than $2 million to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Rockhampton Base and its delivery of vital services across the region.
More detailsHope and support in the face of adversity
As Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) CEO Meredith Staib celebrates her first year leading the organisation, she reflects on the significant challenges that have faced Queensland in recent months.
STATEMENT: RFDS welcomes Health Minister's announcement of new Office of Rural Health
A statement from Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) CEO, Meredith Staib on the announcement of a new Office of Rural Health
New partnership to improve mental health in Gulf region
Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is partnering with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) in a new program that will boost mental health in Queensland’s Gulf region, following the devastating floods there in early 2019.
Rotary E-Club and RFDS partnership continues to flourish
Another year of dedicated support from the Rotary E-Club NextGen for The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has seen an amazing $18,710 raised. Our strong bond based on mutual values of service to rural and remote Australia continues!
How Alfred Traeger gave the outback its voice
In the mid 1920’s Alfred Traeger invented the pedal powered radio, revolutionising communication in the outback. The invention was integral to the founding of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, but it wasn't his only invention and he was just as innovative at home as he was in his factory.
Jemena joins RFDS Queensland Section as corporate supporter
Further strengthening its connection to rural and regional Queensland, leading Australian energy company Jemena has become an official corporate supporter of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) with a generous donation of $30,000.
