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25.01.2022 Recently Blankets of Love - Townsville/ Thuringowa Branch celebrated 20 years of making quilts for sick children, palliative care centres and parents who have lost children at, or shortly after, birth. Nola Hills established the group in October 2000 after the passing of her tiny grandson. For the last 12 years, they’ve also made blankets for our Townsville Base. Our staff give these quilts to our young patients to help them feel a little less unsure, and also sometimes to t...hose a little older who still need a bit of comfort. Thank you for helping keep our patients comfortable and congratulations on the past 20 years of serving the local community!

24.01.2022 Queensland staff yesterday celebrated NAIDOC (National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee) Week 2020 with a Welcome to Country ceremony at Brisbane Base. Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dance Company, who represent the traditional owners of the land on which our Brisbane Base is built, led proceedings. Staff also enjoyed a traditional dance performance by Nunukul Yuggera, followed by a bush tucker afternoon tea.... RFDS (Queensland Section) CEO Meredith Staib said the week helped highlight the importance of reconciliation, creating a greater awareness and understanding of local Indigenous history and culture within our workforce.

23.01.2022 How would you like to win a digital camera valued at over $1,500!? This prize is up for grabs as part of our Brew with a View photography competition. We’re asking you to capture a photo highlighting a moment of connection with someone in a setting that has special meaning to you. If you’d like to enter and would like some photo-taking tips, check out our FREE virtual photography masterclass delivered by professional photographer Russell Shakespeare.... Follow this link to watch the masterclass or enter the competition: https://www.smalltalkbigdifference.com.au/brew-with-a-view/ Proudly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.

23.01.2022 The Flying Doctor in Queensland today announced a new 10-year inter-hospital transfer partnership with the Queensland Government. Since 1995, the Queensland Government has partnered with the RFDS to deliver more than 230,000 inter-hospital transfers for patients needing aeromedical retrieval and specialist treatment across the state. Today’s commitment ensures another decade of world-class aeromedical care for Queenslanders.... Steven Miles - Health & Ambulance Services Minister & MP for Murrumba joined RFDS Queensland Section CEO Meredith Staib at our Townsville Base this morning to also announce his support of RFDS plans to upgrade aeromedical infrastructure across regional Queensland. The RFDS is grateful for the Queensland Government’s support and commitment to help us build world-class healthcare and aeromedical facilities.

23.01.2022 As Christmas approaches, we need your help. RFDS (Queensland Section) needs to raise $362,073 to buy life-saving equipment, including two new Hamilton ventilators. These ventilators will be used to care for babies like Zac and his mother Jemma. ... We had to transfer Zac from Gladstone to Brisbane just after he was born because he couldn’t breathe. A big baby, he lacked surfactants a lubricant that keeps the airways open, and he was in terrible danger. Luckily, we were able to help, but this Christmas we urgently need to raise money to buy life-saving equipment so we can care for more babies and their mothers. You can donate to our Christmas appeal here: https://rfds-qld.giveeasy.org/2020-christmas-appeal

21.01.2022 This #GivingTuesday we would like to thank all of you who give to us! With your support, our crews are able to provide the finest care to those who need us most - whenever and wherever you may be. Give this Tuesday to your Flying Doctor in WA: http://rfds-wa.giveeasy.org/xmas20sm... #rfdswa #FlyingDoctor #ThankYou

21.01.2022 Calling all nurses! The RFDS (Queensland Section) has a $10,000 midwifery qualification scholarship up for grabs! If you are a nurse who has ever dreamt of working for the Flying Doctor, this is an excellent opportunity to join our team.... The midwifery qualification can be completed at any university/affiliated hospital that provides the requirements for AHPRA registration as a midwife. Once registered with AHPRA as a midwife, scholarship recipients will be required to work for a minimum of 12 months full-time equivalent at a nominated RFDS base within Queensland. To be considered for the scholarship you will: Hold current registration as a General Nurse in Australia with AHPRA; and Demonstrate three to five years’ experience in a critical care environment; and Provide evidence of an application or acceptance into a relevant midwifery course commencing in 2021 or be currently enrolled in a midwifery qualification and due to complete in 2021. You can apply here: https://rfds.co/36Vcdyz

20.01.2022 An RFDS team from WA is joining in for Telethon's HBF Fitness Challenge at Optus Stadium in Perth today! Our riders are sweating it out to raise money for Telethon until 6pm. #hbffitnesschallenge #telethon7 #telethon2020

19.01.2022 $400,000 raised! We were honoured to welcome the 2020 Ridewest crew to our Brisbane Base on Friday to celebrate the success of this year's ride. The team completed an incredible 1,237km ride from Brisbane to Longreach over seven days in October and raised $400,000 for the RFDS (Queensland Section) in the process! Their dedication to support and improve the mental health and wellbeing of regional and remote Queenslanders is something the riders should all be incredibly prou...d of. Thank you to all the riders, support crew, corporate sponsors and all of the businesses that donated their good and services your support played a vital role in the success of this year's ride.

19.01.2022 Bede Little, a first responder who has also fundraised for the Flying Doctor, has been crowned the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winner for the Longreach region. The RFDS (Queensland Section) this week announced nine winners of the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Awards each representing one of its base locations in Queensland. All have donated their time and energy to keep the Flying Doctor in the air and assisting the communities which need it the most.... You can now vote for the 2020 Queensland RFDS Local Hero online. The overall winner will win receive a $7,500 grant, courtesy of Ergon Energy Retail , to give back to their community. Learn more about each of the regional winners and vote by visiting www.rfdslocalhero.com.au/

18.01.2022 One in four teenagers between the age of 12-17 gets sunburnt on a summer weekend. Sadly Australia has an unhealthy tanning culture that spreads in the summertime with many Australians often trying to get a 'healthy tan'. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a 'healthy tan' as tanning is a sign that you have been exposed to UV radiation at a level that has damaged your skin, increasing your risk of skin cancer. This National Skin Cancer Action Week the Flying Doctor is e...ncouraging people to get serious about sun protection going into the summer months. Wear protective clothing, sunnies, sunscreen, a hat, and seek shade where you can. #sunscreen #sunsafety #skincancerawareness #seekshade #rfdsse #rfds

17.01.2022 We’re honoured to be one of the charities that Sam Hughes, aka The Travelling Jackaroo, is supporting with his travels around the country on his tractor! All our staff are looking forward to seeing you at our bases when you’re in town. Keep up the great work.

16.01.2022 A big shout out to Active8me who, as National Major Partner of the #RFDS, continue to provide connectivity and technology solutions to better enable the RFDS to provide services in regional, rural, remote and very remote areas. #Thankyou #RFDS #FlyingDoc #Activ8me

15.01.2022 This photo might look a bit funny, but ear protection for children when they fly with us is essential. Recently Ems for Kids - Hearing Protection for Little Ears donated 16 pairs of infant earmuffs to RFDS (Queensland Section)! In the 12 months prior to September 30, the RFDS (Queensland Section) transferred more than 730 infants in our aircraft.... Flying in our aircraft can often be loud and confronting for infants and having ear protection like this plays a crucial role in helping keep children calm and comfortable. Thank you to Earmuffs for Kids for the donation! Here’s Flight Nurse Marie with Baby Anne, one of our infant training mannequins.

14.01.2022 NEWS JUST IN! We were delighted this morning to accept the 2020 SA Health Supplier Award for Innovation for the development of the RFDS Mount Gambier Patient Transfer Facility (PTF). The new PTF, made possible through community and corporate fundraising efforts, ensures our RFDS crews can protect South-East patients from the elements during transfers onto and off Flying Doctor aircraft at all times of the day and night.... It didn’t take long for the PTF to demonstrate its all-weather capabilities - in the first 100 days of operation, there was rainfall in Mount Gambier on 43 days! During this time, RFDS crews landed at Mount Gambier 158 times and airlifted 239 patients. We are very proud to deliver an innovative local asset that has been well and truly backed by the South-East community. Thank you for your generosity! Mount Gambier RFDS Support Group

14.01.2022 Yesterday we got to do something incredible Almost two years ago, Jemma experienced several complications during her birth with Zac, which resulted in the RFDS (Queensland Section) transferring mum and bub to Brisbane from Gladstone. This week, the family was reunited with Flight Nurse Haidee who assisted in their transfer home! ... It’s not often that we get to reunite patients with the staff who cared for them, but it’s amazing when we can

12.01.2022 We have just learned that the new #CharityReptrak 2020 survey confirms #RFDS is the ‘most reputable’ national charity in the eyes of #Aussies. We are so humbled by the ongoing public support and trust by communities #Australiawide - and honoured to be able to bring healthcare and emergency services to rural and remote communities across this vast continent. It is this support which allows us to continue to service you.... Thank you to ALL that help us to do the work we do. https://t.co/Zz1iYcz2Jp

10.01.2022 Happy Saturday from @RoyalFlyingDoc! We hope you have a good weekend wherever you are. #flyingdoctor #rfds

08.01.2022 Happy Monday everyone! Here you can see some of our Broken Hill engineers #socialdistancing. Social distancing reduces the risk of catching viruses like COVID-19. Social distancing means you can still work and use public transport but you should avoid crowds and gatherings, stay 1.5 metres away from others, avoid shaking hands, hugging and avoid visiting vulnerable people. A heartfelt thank you to all those people practicing social distancing. You are helping to protect the... community and those who are vulnerable. #flyingdoctor #rfds #thanks #socialdistancing #coronavirus #rfdsse #brokenhill

07.01.2022 Looking after your mental health is just as important as looking after your physical health. Next week, the RFDS Small Talk, Big Difference team are hosting a webinar which will explore the idea of relaxation. You’ll learn how taking some time out of your day to relax can have a positive impact on your mental health.... To find out more or to register for this event, or one of our upcoming mental health webinars, email [email protected]

06.01.2022 The hardworking ladies of the Gregory township Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) have been crowned the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winner for the Mount Isa region. The RFDS (Queensland Section) this week announced nine winners of the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Awards each representing one of its base locations in Queensland. All have donated their time and energy to keep the Flying Doctor in the air and assisting the communities which need it the most.... You can now vote for the 2020 Queensland RFDS Local Hero online. The overall winner will win receive a $7,500 grant, courtesy of Ergon Energy Retail, to give back to their community. Learn more about each of the regional winners and vote by visiting www.rfdslocalhero.com.au/

06.01.2022 With more of us at home this year and dealing with stress induced by the pandemic, it’s hardly surprising that many people are resorting to drinking alcohol to find calm. A recent survey from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation also found one in five Australians has regretted how much they drank in lockdown. A similar proportion considered reducing their consumption but is yet to do so. The Flying Doctor is encouraging people to give booze the boot this October to increase wellbeing and improve mental health.

06.01.2022 James Telford, a helicopter pilot who rushed to the aid of a car accident victim on a remote cattle station in North Queensland, has been crowned the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winner for the Cairns region. The RFDS (Queensland Section) this week announced nine winners of the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Awards each representing one of its base locations in Queensland. All have donated their time and energy to keep the Flying Doctor in the air and assisting the communities which ne...ed it the most. You can now vote for the 2020 Queensland RFDS Local Hero online. The overall winner will win receive a $7,500 grant, courtesy of Ergon Energy Retail, to give back to their community. Learn more about each of the regional winners and vote by visiting www.rfdslocalhero.com.au/

06.01.2022 Today is the Birthday of RFDS founder Reverend John Flynn - the man on the Twenty Dollar Note! Flynn had a vision to provide a 'mantle of safety' for the people of the bush. He once said "If you start something worthwhile - nothing can stop it" and this simple truth is evidenced by the RFDS today, 92 years on. As we navigate through a global health pandemic, Flynn’s vision to deliver a mantle of safety for rural and remote Australians remains just as relevant. #OnThisDay

05.01.2022 Lest we forget.

04.01.2022 I still recall my first flight out of Charleville, pinching myself! That’s how RFDS (Queensland Section) Flight Nurse Emma Wex remembers what it was like to begin working for the Flying Doctor. Based at Charleville, she has the opportunity to be involved in two aspects of healthcare - primary health care and aeromedical retrieval.... At Charleville Base we facilitate a number of clinics across south-west Queensland. The clinics are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the needs of the local population. The area that we cover during clinics extends west out to Birdsville, north to Stonehenge, south as Eulo, and many more towns in between. If you are a registered nurse and midwife, with at least five years recent critical care experience, and like the sound of working for the RFDS we currently have flight nurse positions available in Charleville and Townsville! Follow this link for more info: https://rfds.co/37mCbg6

03.01.2022 "This one time, one of my patients offered to take me out mud crabbing. I got my Wellington boots on and we drove out and filled our buckets with beautiful crab and he even cooked it on the fire for me. That was special," says RFDS WA dentist Dr Steve Hill. A roving dentist in WA, Steve's patients are located in the remote communities of Warburton, Wiluna and across the Midwest and Kimberley region. After nearly six years in the job, Steve says he's used to seeing the same ...patients on visits and enjoys building rapport with his patients. Read more here: https://www.flyingdoctor.org.au//day-life-roving-dentist-/ #NAIDOCWeek2020 #AlwaysWas #AlwaysWillBe #HealthEquity #MantleofSafety #OralHealth #FlyingDoctor

03.01.2022 Where else would you be able to read stories about; a budgie plague, a child who thinks she has accidently killed her brother, an RFDS plane that bogged in a salt lake, a terrifying bushfire in a Queensland rainforest, a pub that hangs a bra from the roof and a desparate race to save Faith? Darn a Good Yarn! Order your copies for Christmas now at http://links.rfds.org.au/darngoodyarn and please help us spread the word to raise money for the #RFDS and the #CWA.... #DarnAGoodYarn #Aussie #outback

02.01.2022 Extensive volunteer support of the Flying Doctor, spearheaded by a former patient, has led to the Rotary Club of Bundaberg winning the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award for Bundaberg. The RFDS (Queensland Section) this week announced nine winners of the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Awards each representing one of its base locations in Queensland. All have donated their time and energy to keep the Flying Doctor in the air and assisting the communities which need it the most.... You can now vote for the 2020 Queensland RFDS Local Hero online. The overall winner will win receive a $7,500 grant, courtesy of Ergon Energy Retail, to give back to their community. Learn more about each of the regional winners and vote by visiting www.rfdslocalhero.com.au/

01.01.2022 Sue McDonald, a dedicated volunteer and passionate ambassador for the Flying Doctor, has been crowned the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winner for the Charleville region. The RFDS (Queensland Section) this week announced nine winners of the 2020 RFDS Local Hero Awards each representing one of its base locations in Queensland. All have donated their time and energy to keep the Flying Doctor in the air and assisting the communities which need it the most.... You can now vote for the 2020 Queensland RFDS Local Hero online. The overall winner will win receive a $7,500 grant, courtesy of Ergon Energy Retail, to give back to their community. Learn more about each of the regional winners and vote by visiting www.rfdslocalhero.com.au/