Royal Flying Doctor Service - Queensland Section

Royal Flying Doctor Service - Queensland Section The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has been saving lives in regional, rural and remote communities for 96 years.

In addition to aeromedical retrievals, the RFDS also delivers essential primary and preventative healthcare services. Established in Queensland in 1928 by the Reverend John Flynn, the RFDS has grown to become the world’s largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisation. Today the RFDS delivers more than 370,000 episodes of patient care across Australia every year – equivalent to assisting someone every two minutes. In Queensland, the RFDS provides healthcare services over an area of 1.73 million square kilometres from nine strategically located bases in Cairns, Townsville, Mount Isa, Charleville, Longreach, Roma, Rockhampton, Bundaberg and Brisbane. These services are delivered via a fleet of 20 medically equipped aeromedical aircraft. And with some of the world’s most highly trained and skilled aviation and medical staff, the RFDS is incredibly well positioned to uphold our promise to deliver the finest care to the furthest corner of the state.

THREE DAYS TO GO! ✈️The countdown is on for our Take to the Skies Giving Day! 👏For 24 hours, all donations will be match...
08/03/2026

THREE DAYS TO GO! ✈️

The countdown is on for our Take to the Skies Giving Day! 👏

For 24 hours, all donations will be matched thanks to support from our Flying High partners and the generous people and organisations who proudly support our mission. 💙

If you support the RFDS, and would like to make a donation, this is your chance to double your impact. 💪

✈️$50 → $100
✈️$100 → $200
✈️ $250 → $500

📲 Register now to receive updates on the day: rfds.co/4oJv6Lq

In celebration of  , we were proud to host our annual RFDS International Women’s Day Reception, recognising the remarkab...
07/03/2026

In celebration of , we were proud to host our annual RFDS International Women’s Day Reception, recognising the remarkable women who embody this year’s theme — Balance the Scales.💜

🔗Read more: https://ow.ly/5scZ50YpqXQ

The evening highlighted our commitment to supporting women across regional, rural and remote Queensland, ensuring access to healthcare is never defined by a postcode. ✈️🩺

Thank you to our Patron, the Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, RFDS Chair Georgie Somerset AM and our inspiring speakers Lyn Davies, Emily Slattery and Grace Holloway for making the night so meaningful. 🙏

Happy International Women’s Day from all of us here at the RFDS! 👏

05/03/2026

It's Employee Appreciation Day! ✨

We’re able to deliver the finest care to the furthest corner thanks to the incredible superstars who support and deliver our services every day. 🙌

Here’s to them, and their dedication, compassion, and commitment to caring for Queensland. 💙

Rewinding the clock for another throwback Thursday! Here’s a glimpse into a day in the life of the RFDS crew in the 70s,...
04/03/2026

Rewinding the clock for another throwback Thursday!

Here’s a glimpse into a day in the life of the RFDS crew in the 70s, as Sister June Beattie and Dr David Cooke prepare for another life-saving flight with the RFDS. 🩺✈️

SAVE THE DATE!⏰ Our RFDS Giving Day is just ONE WEEK away, and for 24 hours only, every donation will be matched to help...
04/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE!⏰

Our RFDS Giving Day is just ONE WEEK away, and for 24 hours only, every donation will be matched to help the Flying Doctor Take to the Skies. ✈️

📆 8am on Wednesday, 11 March
⏳ Running for 24 hours
📍Queensland

The RFDS has provided a mantle of safety to regional, rural and remote communities for almost 100 years. This is our chance to come together to ensure its there for 100 more. ❤️

📲Register now to receive a reminder this Giving Day: rfds.co/4oJv6Lq

One day. One goal. One wave of care across Queensland.

This   is extra special as we welcome our first permanent licenced aircraft maintenance engineer, Luke, at our Bundaberg...
03/03/2026

This is extra special as we welcome our first permanent licenced aircraft maintenance engineer, Luke, at our Bundaberg Base. 👏🛠️✈️

🔗Read more: https://ow.ly/1Oh750YmNCE

Since the base opened in 2020, engineering support has been done by bringing in technicians from our other base locations.

Luke will be working full-time in the region to help keep our aircraft available for those in need. 💙

Welcome to the team Luke and thank you to all of our engineers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep the Flying Doctor flying. 🙏

📣Calling all RFDS fans - this   is for you! Tag the 📺 network that aired Australia's award-winning TV drama RFDS in the ...
03/03/2026

📣Calling all RFDS fans - this is for you!

Tag the 📺 network that aired Australia's award-winning TV drama RFDS in the comments below we'll reveal the answer tomorrow. Good luck! 👏

Our home-grown Queensland hero, Sally Pearson, has joined the   campaign, advocating for early detection and the life-sa...
03/03/2026

Our home-grown Queensland hero, Sally Pearson, has joined the campaign, advocating for early detection and the life-saving impact of lung cancer screening.

Find out more below👇

Did you know that our Croydon clinic also doubles as a mini wildlife rescue centre? That means our Primary Health Care t...
02/03/2026

Did you know that our Croydon clinic also doubles as a mini wildlife rescue centre? That means our Primary Health Care team often get the cutest company during their breaks. 🙌🦘🐨

No complaints here! 🥰

01/03/2026

Ever wondered what it's like to prepare for a night shift with the RFDS? See behind the scenes as Flight Nurse Jacinta preps for her shift in Cairns. 🩺✈️✨

27/02/2026

2026 tour 1 ✅

Our RFDS Schools Program is off to a flying start, bringing the aeromedical simulator to students across the South Burnett Region over the past three weeks.

These hands-on experiences inspire the next generation and highlight the vital role RFDS plays in supporting Queensland communities.

Who knows? We may have just met some future RFDS heroes! 👩‍⚕️🧑‍✈️😎

Shout out to Isuzu UTE Australia for making these trips possible.

We’re almost ready for takeoff!✈️The Fit to Fly Challenge starts in just a few days, and there’s still time to join the ...
26/02/2026

We’re almost ready for takeoff!✈️

The Fit to Fly Challenge starts in just a few days, and there’s still time to join the crew. Register here 👉 https://www.fittofly.org.au/home

Walk 3km a day in March, feel great, and support RFDS mental health services across Queensland.

We look forward to seeing you all take part!

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