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If your community has a person or group whose dedication to their region is inspiring and unwavering, why not nominate them for a Royal Flying Doctor Service Local Hero Award.
The 2021 RFDS Local Hero Awards were launched on Tuesday, providing an
opportunity to recognise selfless members of the community who have gone above and
beyond to help others.
RFDS Queensland chief executive officer Meredith Staib invited Queenslanders to nominate unsung heroes who had helped the service.
“Nominees may be a volunteer or fundraiser, a first responder who assisted in an emergency
until the RFDS could arrive, or a healthcare advocate who promotes better health outcomes
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A CENTRAL Queensland police officer has been recognised as the 2020 Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Queensland Hero for his dedication to the community.
Bede Little, Senior Constable of the Ilfracombe Police Station, was named the RFDS Local Hero for the Longreach region and was today announced as the statewide winner.
His work in the community extends much further than policing due to the remote nature of his location and the struggles experienced across the region due to drought.
On one occasion Mr Little helped the pilot of a small plane which stalled mid-air.
Fortunately for the person in the aircraft, he was able to assist until the RFDS arrived.
Bull-riding cop Bede Little named 2020 RFDS Queensland Hero
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Senior Constable Bede Little has been named the 2020 RFDS Queensland Hero for his work in the community and fundraising for the RFDS.
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Senior Constable Little was voted as the winner by community members
Eight other people and organisations from around Queensland were announced as Local Heroes last month
Community members have voted for Senior Constable Little to be the Queensland Hero from a list of regional Local Heroes , which represent each RFDS base across the state.
Senior Constable Little, who is now based in Longreach, was nominated for his work while stationed in neighbouring Ilfracombe because of the impact he had on the small central western community.