Woman flown to hospital after bull attack in south west Queensland

Woman Flown to Hospital After Bull Attack in South West Queensland

A woman has been flown to hospital after a bull attack on a rural property south-west of Roma, with the LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) helicopter tasked to treat and airlift her on Wednesday afternoon.

The woman, in her 40s, suffered lower body injuries after being crushed by the animal while working on the property.

Rescue Response and Treatment

The rescue chopper landed at the scene just before 4pm and worked alongside Ambulance paramedics to treat the injured woman under difficult field conditions.

She was flown to Roma Airport by the rescue chopper and later transported to Roma Hospital by ambulance for further care.

This incident highlights ongoing safety risks faced by workers across regional Australia, particularly those in agricultural and livestock-handling roles. Bull attacks and livestock-related incidents remain a leading cause of serious injury on rural properties, underscoring the importance of robust emergency response planning for isolated worksites.

Related Livestock Safety News

This event follows several similar incidents reported in recent safety news across Queensland. Related coverage includes news of a man flown to hospital after falling off a horse in south-west Queensland, as well as news of a woman flown to hospital after being trampled by a cow in South East Queensland.

Another recent report shared similar news of a woman flown to hospital after a farm incident in southern Queensland, reinforcing a pattern of livestock-related emergencies within rural farming communities.

Why Emergency Response Planning Matters

Incidents like this reinforce why every business handling livestock should maintain a documented, workplace-specific emergency response procedure. Rapid access to trained personnel and clear communication protocols can significantly improve health outcomes for injured workers awaiting aeromedical support.

Businesses seeking to strengthen their preparedness can review our Emergency Response Procedure (Physical Attack), designed to help teams respond quickly and safely when animal or physical attack incidents occur.

For properties also exposed to seasonal hazards, our Cleaning after Flood & Storm SWMS offers additional guidance for safe recovery work following extreme weather events.

Source: LifeFlight.