Injured Italian Tourist Winched From Whitehaven Beach
A young Italian tourist with a zest for adventure in paradise had to be stretcher winched from Whitehaven Beach on October 23 after seriously injuring himself falling down a cliff.
Region’s Rescuers Clock Up 9000th Milestone Mission
The transfer of an injured jet ski rider from Clermont on October 20 marked the 9000th mission milestone for RACQ CQ Rescue.
Putting The ‘fun’ Back Into ‘fundraising’
Rescue Chopper Week (October 14-20), a CQ Rescue campaign based around education and creating awareness of the services that the local rescue chopper offer to the community, is set to reach new heights in 2019.
Long Weekend Took Unexpected Turn For Motorcyclist
A 58-year-old Sarina man had no expectations of utilising the RACQ CQ Rescue helicopter when he set off for the Pioneer Valley for a leisurely Sunday motorcycle ride.
Tourist Suffers Horrific Burns In Camping Mishap In Whitsundays
RACQ CQ Rescue winched a Victorian tourist off Hook Island last night with horrific burns to 20% of his body including his groin.
Four Fisherman Found Safe After Boat Overturns At St Bees
RACQ CQ Rescue has found four stranded fishermen on a remote beach after their boat overturned near St Bees Island this morning.