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Discover inspiring stories, find out about our latest rescues and stay up to date on how we're making a difference across Queensland and the world.

From the frontline

Explore the latest rescues carried out by LifeFlight’s aeromedical teams.

LifeFlight airlifts man after tractor rollover

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew today airlifted a man to hospital after a tractor rollover....
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LifeFlight airlifts man to hospital after trail bike crash

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted a man to hospital today after a trail bike crash....
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LifeFlight winches injured crewman from tanker

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew yesterday winched an injured man from a tanker....
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LifeFlight airlifts man with serious leg injury

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew today airlifted a man after a bobcat rolled over his leg....
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LifeFlight airlifts woman after horse fall

The Roma-based LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) aeromedical crew today airlifted a woman after a horse fall....
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LifeFlight airlifts man after motocross crash

The LifeFlight Sunshine Coast-based aeromedical crew today airlifted a man to hospital after a motocross crash in the Gympie region....
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In the community

Learn how LifeFlight is making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities across Queensland.

LifeFlight’s First Minutes Matter empowers multicultural communities

LifeFlight has advanced its free First Minutes Matter trauma training program to be more accessible and inclusive....
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LifeFlight and CapRescue to deliver free trauma training

Two leading Queensland aeromedical organisations have joined forces to encourage Capricorn region communities to learn free, lifesaving skills to help in a medical...
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LifeFlight past patient now saving lives on the Sunshine Coast

LifeFlight aircrew officer Chris Finch is saving lives with the same aeromedical organisation that saved his life a decade ago....
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LifeFlight patient urges snake caution for school holidays

A Sunshine Coast school teacher is urging people to attend free trauma training workshops after being bitten by a snake at a bush...
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LifeFlight Canapes in the Cockpit fundraiser is a must attend

LifeFlight’s Canapes in the Cockpit fundraising event on September 12 will see attendees grooving to live music, snacking on delicious delicacies and bidding...
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Miracle crash survivor helping others

Dozens of Toowoomba and Brisbane medical professionals kept Zach Nightingale alive, but it was the quick thinking of the first two people by...
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Business updates

Stay informed with the latest news, developments and initiatives from LifeFlight.

LifeFlight CEO lauded for service at EY awards night

LifeFlight CEO Ashley van de Velde OAM has been honoured with a prestigious award recognising his four decades of service in aeromedicine....
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StarFlight boosts Tasmania aeromedical network with Airbus order

StarFlight Australia (SFA) has ordered three new Airbus H145 helicopters as part of its commitment to enhance the aeromedical network in Tasmania with...
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New LifeFlight Toowoomba and Roma doctor ready to save lives

Emma Cooper says a first-hand look at LifeFlight’s work in Roma inspired her to sign up as one of the not-for-profit’s newest critical...
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New LifeFlight doctor loves ‘on the fly’ problem solving

LifeFlight’s newest Sunshine Coast-based doctor is an adrenaline junkie eager to dive into the next stage of his aeromedical career....
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New Bundaberg LifeFlight doctor praises 24/7 coverage

LifeFlight’s Bundaberg base has entered a new aeromedical era with 24/7 doctor coverage for the first time....
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Gold Coast doctor soars into new aeromedical role

Gold Coast doctor Koichi Yasuda is soaring into a new field and joining the Brisbane-based LifeFlight crew....
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LifeFlight TV

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