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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 boating incident

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew today airlifted a man to hospital after a boating incident in the Gympie region....
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LifeFlight airlifts man with serious arm injury

The Brisbane-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew yesterday airlifted a man to hospital with a serious arm injury....
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Woman airlifted to hospital after burns incident

The Sunshine Coast aeromedical crew today airlifted a woman to hospital after a back burning incident west of Maryborough....
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Two motocross riders rescued by LifeFlight

LifeFlight has airlifted two motocross riders to hospital in separate incidents over the weekend....
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LifeFlight airlifts man after ATV rollover

The Bundaberg-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew today airlifted a man after a buggy rollover in the Gladstone region....
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LifeFlight airlifts man after motorcycle crash

The LifeFlight Toowoomba-based aeromedical crew today airlifted a man to hospital after a vehicle and motorcycle collision....
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In the community

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

LifeFlight paramedic signs off after 28 years of community service

LifeFlight critical care flight paramedic Brad Solomon has been there for Queenslanders in an emergency for close to three decades....
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Father and son join LifeFlight to save stranded sailors

Erwin and his son Andrew are first responders from different sides of the same coin....
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‘Mooving’ gesture as Brahman breeders donate $12.5k to LifeFlight

The 50th Anniversary Gympie Brahman Female Sale raised a cow load of cash for LifeFlight, after two cattle breeders donated $12,500 to the...
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High-flying glamour at LifeFlight’s Soiree in the Hangar

The Bundaberg community went above and beyond at the second annual Soiree in the Hangar on Saturday night, with the sell-out event raising...
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Toowoomba LifeFlight record gala the hottest ticket in town

The Darling Downs' night-of-nights – the annual Toowoomba LifeFlight gala – raised more than $2 million towards the vital aeromedical service on Saturday...
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LifeFlight volunteer dedicated to supporting community

For Angela Nightingale and her family, giving back to LifeFlight runs in the blood....
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Business updates

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

LifeFlight saves lives beyond borders as demand soars

Aeromedical provider LifeFlight is expanding its emergency rescue helicopter network beyond Queensland as it secures contracts with commercial and government operators....
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LifeFlight Townsville celebrates banner year

LifeFlight’s Townsville jet base is celebrating a banner financial year after airlifting a record number of patients in FY25....
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LifeFlight Toowoomba soars higher in FY25

Toowoomba LifeFlight airlifted a record number of Darling Downs patients for vital medical treatment to major hospitals in FY25....
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LifeFlight Mount Isa soars higher in FY25

The Mount Isa LifeFlight aeromedical crew helped a record number of people in FY25, new data released this week reveals....
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LifeFlight Sunshine Coast soars higher in FY25

The Sunshine Coast based LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted more than 600 people in FY25 as the not-for-profit prepares to open a new base...
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LifeFlight Bundaberg soars higher in FY25

LifeFlight Bundaberg helped 14 per cent more people in the past year, completing more search and rescue missions than any Queensland base, according...
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LifeFlight TV

Watch heartfelt testimonials, compelling stories and exciting updates that showcase the impact of our mission and the remarkable people behind it.
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