CapRescue has entered the final quarter of 2025 with crews already responding to a number of incidents across Central Queensland.
The period kick-started on 1 October with a mission to a property near Milman, where a middle-aged man sustained upper chest injuries after falling from a quad bike. He was transported to hospital for further treatment.
Since then, crews have been tasked to a range of primary incidents, including aiding a 27 year old woman at Curragh mine who was experiencing a possible anaphylactic reaction, a primary motor vehicle accident at Carmila, responded to a female hiker who fell several metres from a cliff at GKI as well as a 22 year old male who was thrown from his motorcycle on the Bruce Highway and flown by CapRescue to Rockhampton in a stable condition.
CapRescue also transfered a patient from Clarke Creek Wind Farm back to Rockhampton with chest pain and high blood pressure.
These are just some of the primary tasks crews have completed, alongside ongoing inter-hospital transfers and other missions across the region.
CapRescue CEO Darren Pirie said the community can play an important role in helping reduce risks.
“We know this time of year can be busy for our crews, but we ask everyone to take extra care – whether it’s boating, driving, at work, or enjoying the outdoors in the heat. A little preparation and safety awareness can help prevent accidents and emergencies. But if the unexpected happens and you need CapRescue, we will be there,” he said.
Demand for CapRescue’s services is expected to rise in the coming months as the weather warms up, Christmas gets closer and school holidays begin. Last year, the fourth quarter saw 163 missions, highlighting how the warmer weather, school holidays, and increased outdoor activity contributes to higher incident numbers across the region.
CapRescue remains ready 24/7, delivering critical aeromedical support and ensuring patients receive urgent care whenever and wherever it is needed because a big region needs a fast response.
