Our 2025 Annual Appeal has now come to a close, and we want to express our sincere thanks to the Central Queensland community for once again stepping up to support your local rescue helicopter service.
Over the past weeks, we’ve shared the powerful stories of people who know firsthand just how vital this service is — including Peter Hamilton, Elizabeth Hill and Ty Hauwert. Each gave a real and personal account of what it’s like to be rescued by a helicopter in a critical moment.
The response has been overwhelming.
We’ve seen incredible generosity — not just in donations, but in the willingness of people to share their stories, spread the word, and get behind our team. Every dollar, every post shared, every letter packed — it all helps keep Rescue300 ready to respond.
We’re also grateful to the local media outlets that helped raise awareness across the region, and to the many volunteers and businesses who supported the campaign — helping deliver our message into homes and workplaces, and offering practical support that kept our costs down.
Together, we’ve raised $243,000 — a figure that reflects not only the generosity of our region, but the strength of the community behind us. What uplifted us the most was the number of people who got involved — whether it was a large gift or a few spare dollars.
This service exists for the community, and it’s powered by the community. We’re incredibly grateful.
Every donation helps cover the real costs of keeping this service in the air — from fuel, training and engineering support, to the dedicated crew who deliver a flying intensive care unit directly to where it’s needed most.
To everyone who donated, shared, or simply paused to read the stories — thank you. Your support has made a real difference.