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Growing up alongside the RFDS

27 Aug 2026

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10 Nov 2023

Remembrance Day: Honouring Heroes in Healthcare

As we observe Remembrance Day, we pay tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who served, fought, and gave their lives for our freedom.

08 Nov 2023

Reason to smile: Senex partnership delivers essential dental services for regional Queenslanders

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) welcomes an additional $300,000 over the next three years from Senex Energy to help fund more Mobile Dental Services across Wandoan and Theodore.

08 Nov 2023

RFDS Local Hero Awards back for 2023

Nominations are open across Queensland for the RFDS Local Hero Awards, as the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) looks to unearth more of the state’s unsung heroes.

07 Nov 2023

Charleville Base celebrates 80th anniversary

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) marks the momentous 80-year anniversary of its Charleville Base, the longest servicing base in Australia.

01 Nov 2023

From outback dream to lifesaving team: Bob and Helen's RFDS story

In the heart of the Queensland outback, Bob and Helen, have woven their own chapter into the rich tapestry of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Charleville Base.

24 Oct 2023

Charleville Nurse Manager reflects on twenty years of service

For two remarkable decades Joanne Mahony, the dedicated Nurse Manager, has been a beacon of care for this community.

18 Oct 2023

Celebrating a Flight Nurse's twenty years of sky-high dedication

In the heart of the Queensland outback, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Charleville Base stands as a lifeline for those in need.

12 Oct 2023

Balancing life in the outback

RFDS Mental Health Clinical Lead Donna is mentoring our team of mental health clinicians while helping people in South-West Queensland.

10 Oct 2023

Help in the Cape

RFDS Senior Mental Health Clinician is changing lives in Far North Queensland by delivering our RFDS Mental Health and Wellbeing Services across Cape York communities.

09 Oct 2023

Making a difference this Queensland Mental Health Week

headspace Cairns* is encouraging people to remain connected with family, friends, and the broader community during Queensland Mental Health Week (October 7–15).

03 Oct 2023

The Flying Doctor’s Charleville team celebrate 80 years of life-saving services

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is this month marking the momentous 80-year anniversary of its Charleville Base.

20 Sep 2023

Women in engineering

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Apprentice Cate is on a pathway to success gaining her engineering qualifications working alongside our experienced RFDS engineers.

17 Sep 2023

A patient's voice for care

Today marks World Patient Safety Day, highlighting the importance of engaging patients for patient safety, and as such, elevating the voice of the patient.

14 Sep 2023

R U OK?

RFDS Board member Ivan Frkovic shares the importance of staying connected and having a conversation this R U OK? Day.

03 Sep 2023

A father’s special bond

Being a father means many things, but for RFDS (Queensland Section) Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner Hayden Wilson, being a role model for his daughters is at the top of the list.