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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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23 Aug 2018

2018 Wings For Life Gala

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

02 Aug 2018

Outback Survival: Staying Safe in the Heat and Sun

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

01 Aug 2018

Outback Survival: Exploring Safely

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

30 Jul 2018

Community champion named 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero

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.

Scott shorten announced 2018 RFDS Queensland Hero
20 Jul 2018

Outback Survival: Mosquito Safety

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

20 Jul 2018

Outback Survival: Safe Motoring

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

20 Jul 2018

Outback Survival: Safety Around Water

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

13 Jul 2018

Outback Survival: Snakes and Snakebites

Snakebite first aid can be very effective if done quickly.

Outback Survival: Snakes and Snakebites