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Safety paramount as RFDS (Queensland Section) accredited IS-BAO III
Safety and Quality is a cornerstone of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) values and its commitment to the highest operational standards has again been recognised with stage three re-accreditation under the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO).
More detailsCouncil’s 30-year partnership with RFDS (Queensland Section) continues with $156K support
Rockhampton Regional Council today celebrated 30 years of ongoing support for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) by waiving more than $156,000 in airport landing fees over the past 12 months.
A new eye for talent in the Outback Explorer Competition
Outback grazier and photographer Wendy Sheehan is using her eye for talent and love for regional Queensland to judge the 2025 Outback Explorer Competition, brought to you in partnership with Elders.
Capturing country life through the Outback Explorer Competition
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) and Elders have launched the Outback Explorer Competition—an initiative aimed at showcasing the diversity of Queensland communities and those who live in them.
A year of Picnic with the Planes
Four events, four Queensland bases, and thousands of smiling faces.
Day in the life of a rural GP
For most general practitioners (GPs), a day in the office follows a familiar routine. But for Nick, a GP with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) based in Cairns, every day is a little different, and unlike most, his day begins in the sky.
Fear of the dentist – forgotten!
For Felicity, a trip to the dentist often triggered a traumatic memory of when she had all four wisdom teeth removed as a teenager, until she visited the RFDS Dental team in Glenden.
Building a legacy for future generations
As we mark NAIDOC Week, we reflect on the ongoing commitment of the RFDS (Queensland Section) to building a healthier, more resilient future across the many communities we serve.
Bundaberg local connecting the RFDS to community
The Bundaberg based Manager of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) Community Engagement team has been a long-time advocate for giving back where you can.
