RDAQ Annual Awards

Nominations are now closed for the RDAQ 2026 Annual Awards. 

Our annual awards recognise rural doctors and community members making significant and outstanding contributions to healthcare in the bush. 

Recipients are presented at the Annual RDAQ David Horn Memorial Gala Dinner & Awards.

Consider nominating a colleague or community member to be recognised for their efforts to improve rural health and supporting rural doctors in Queensland.

We look forward to opening further details and nominations for 2027 shortly.

Our annual awards recognise rural doctors and community members making significant and outstanding contributions to healthcare in the bush. 

Recipients are presented at the Annual RDAQ David Horn Memorial Gala Dinner & Awards.

Consider nominating a colleague or community member to be recognised for their efforts to improve rural health and supporting rural doctors in Queensland.

View the full criteria and access nomination forms on the RDAQ website.

Nominations close midday Tuesday. 28 April 2026.

Backbone of the Bush Award

Do you know of a partner/spouse of a rural medical professional who has gone above and beyond in your local rural community? This award recognises the personal and professional achievements of spouses and partners of rural medical professionals.

The overall winner will be awarded during the prestigious RDAQ David Horn Memorial Gala Dinner & Awards. Applications have closed. 

For more information visit the website