Join us at QME 2026

BMA CQ Rescue is proud to be the official charity partner for the 2026 Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME), taking place from 21 – 23 July at the Mackay Showgrounds.

As one of Queensland's largest mining and engineering events, QME brings together industry leaders, innovators and businesses from across the resources sector to explore the future of mining, safety and operational excellence.

We're also pleased to share that our General Manager of Quality and Safety, Danny Ullmer, will be speaking as part of the QME Leadership Series on Thursday 23 July. Danny will join industry leaders from across Australia to share insights on safety and the importance of being prepared when every second counts.

We look forward to being part of the conversation and celebrating our partnership with QME as this year's official charity partner.

Hear from Danny Ullmer at QME 2026

Join Danny Ullmer, General Manager of Quality and Safety at BMA CQ Rescue, as he shares insights from almost 30 years in the aviation industry.

Drawing on experience across military, regulatory, commercial aviation, law enforcement, aeromedical and search and rescue operations, Danny will explore the importance of safety leadership, human factors, and building resilient systems in high-risk environments. With a Master of Aviation Management and extensive qualifications in safety management, leadership, auditing and investigations, Danny brings a wealth of practical knowledge and real-world experience to the stage.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear from one of the industry's leading safety professionals as part of the QME Leadership Series on Thursday 23 July.

BMA CQ RESCUE

Your lifeline when you need it most

Without your help, we literally couldn’t get off the ground.

Your BMA CQ Rescue helicopter is community-funded and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.