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New era for Mount Isa as integrated medical support takes flight

20 Mar 2026

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13 Mar 2026

Three-year commitment to keep the Flying Doctor flying

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is proud to announce additional funding in continuation of our long-standing partnership with Hancock Agriculture.

08 Mar 2026

RFDS balances the scales

This week the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) hosted its annual International Women’s Day Reception in Brisbane, reaffirming its commitment to supporting women across the state.

06 Mar 2026

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).

05 Mar 2026

Senex continues its support of RFDS dental across the Wandoan region

Senex knows the importance of supporting community and the dental needs of those across the Wandoan region has been something the company has contributed to now for the past 3 years.

04 Mar 2026

RFDS celebrates World Engineering Day in a special way

RFDS (Queensland Section) welcomes its first permanent licensed aircraft maintenance engineer at its Bundaberg Base.

02 Mar 2026

Support the Flying Doctor this Giving Day

Next month, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is hosting its Take to the Skies Giving Day – a 24-hour donation drive to raise vital funds for the Service.

21 Feb 2026

Change the Game returns, turning livestreams into life-saving support for the Flying Doctor

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is levelling up its charity streaming initiative, Change the Game, with the campaign returning for its second year to unite gamers, streamers, and content creators.

20 Feb 2026

Helen’s journey to headspace Cairns

For headspace Cairns manager, Helen Isenhour, helping young people has been a lifelong passion.

14 Feb 2026

A true RFDS love story

Starting a new role as a RFDS flight nurse in Townsville wasn’t the only thing giving Maddy Cocksedge butterflies.

13 Feb 2026

From pedal to digital radio

The power of radio is something the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has harnessed since its inception, using it to connect with regional, rural and remote communities.

06 Feb 2026

The ‘Drover’ re-born at Mount Isa airport

After an detailed five month restoration, the iconic RFDS ‘Drover’ aircraft has been put back on display, this time at the front of the organisation’s new base at Mount Isa airport.

05 Feb 2026

RFDS Dental Service turns 13

As the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Dental Service celebrates 13 years of delivering vital oral health care across the state, the team are highlighting the importance of motivating teens to stay on top of their dental check-ups.

28 Jan 2026

From temp to trailblazer

When Gail Hills walked into the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Townsville Base for a two-week temp job she had no idea it would turn into two decades of dedication, growth and unforgettable moments.

19 Dec 2025

A focus on mental health this Christmas

These holidays, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) and headspace Cairns are encouraging anyone who feels like they are struggling over Christmas to prioritise finding someone to talk to about it.

18 Dec 2025

An ode to the Flying Doctor

We are honoured to share a beautiful poem written by one of our supporters, Edwina Smith. Her heartfelt words capture the spirit of the Flying Doctor.