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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 fall from truck

The Roma-based LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) helicopter crew yesterday airlifted a man to hospital after he fell from a truck....
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LifeFlight airlifts woman after ATV rollover

The Roma-based LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) helicopter crew yesterday airlifted a woman to hospital after an ATV rollover....
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LifeFlight winches man after waterfall incident

The LifeFlight Bundaberg-based aeromedical crew today winched a man to safety after he slipped on a rock and fell three metres....
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LifeFlight tasked to back-to-back beach missions

The LifeFlight Sunshine Coast-based aeromedical crew yesterday were tasked to back-to-back missions....
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LifeFlight airlifts man after motorcycle incident

The Roma-based LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) helicopter crew yesterday airlifted a man to hospital after a motorcycle incident....
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LifeFlight winches man after yacht runs aground

The Bundaberg-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew this morning airlifted an injured man to hospital after his yacht ran aground off Lady Elliot Island....
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In the community

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

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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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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Business updates

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

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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StarFlight takes off in Tasmania with 24/7 aeromedical care 

StarFlight Australia (SFA) has welcomed the opportunity to strengthen Tasmania’s aeromedical network following the Tasmanian Government’s decision to award the company a $354...
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LifeFlight doctor trades Norwegian snow for North Queensland heat

Norwegian doctor Maria Brønstad is set to trade the snow-swept mountains of her native land for Townsville’s hot humid climate as one of...
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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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Cooper’s LifeFlight Gratitude

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