The RFDS in QLD

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Dr Jason

From Antarctica to the outback

30 Mar 2026

It’s hard to believe that someone so passionate about improving access to healthcare in one of Queensland’s most remote regions once worked as a medical officer in Antarctica.

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20 Sep 2016

When every second counts

The Fisk family found out the hard way that no matter where you live in Australia, the Flying Doctor is here to help.

Annabelle undergoes tests at Rockhampton Base Hospital at only 11 days old.
19 Sep 2016

David the unstoppable

It will take more than a life-threatening brain aneurysm to stop David from running on.

David the unstoppable
17 May 2016

Flying Doctor celebrates birthday with Local Heroes

Celebrating 88 years, the Flying Doctor gives thanks to the invisible army of volunteers who tirelessly support the Service.

06 Jan 2016

Acting Health Minister launches the QCoal Community Dental Service for 2016

Minister for State Development and Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Dr Anthony Lynham today launched the QCoal Community Dental Service.

Acting Health Minister launches the QCoal Community Dental Service
17 Nov 2015

A fall from a horse

I had never met these people before my accident, and yet they saved my life

10 Sep 2015

Kaleb's story

Kaleb was just 10 days old when his heart started to fail. He needed emergency heart surgery to survive. But he was stranded with his mother Lori, as their isolated hometown was surrounded by flood waters.

Kaleb's Story
17 Apr 2015

New RFDS Patient Transfer Facility in Rockhampton

​The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is delighted to announce the official opening of a new purpose-built Patient Transfer Facility at the RFDS Rockhampton base on Friday 17 April 2015.

New RFDS Patient Transfer Facility in Rockhampton