Commendation for Brave Conduct
Award
| Commendation for Brave Conduct | |
|---|---|
 Medal | |
| Awarded for | "an act of bravery that is worthy of recognition"[1] |
| Presented by | Australia |
| Eligibility | Australian Citizen |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | 1975 |
| Last awarded | 2024 Special Honours |
| Total | 2,309[2] |
 Ribbon | |
| Order of Wear | |
| Next (higher) | Commendation for Gallantry[3] |
| Next (lower) | Commendation for Distinguished Service[3] |
| Related | Cross of Valour Star of Courage Bravery Medal Group Bravery Citation |
The Commendation for Brave Conduct is a bravery decoration awarded to Australians. It is awarded for an act of bravery that is worthy of recognition. The Commendation for Brave Conduct was created in February 1975. The decorations recognise acts of bravery by members of the community who selflessly put themselves in jeopardy to protect the lives or property of others. It is ranked fourth in the Australian bravery decoration in the Australian Honours System.[1]
Description
The Commendation for Brave Conduct is a silver gilt sprig of mimosa mounted on a blood-red backing ribbon.[1]
See also
References
- ^ a b c "Commendation for Brave Conduct". It's an Honour. Australian Government. Archived from the original on 27 February 2012. Retrieved 23 January 2013.
- ^ Medal Yearbook 2023. Honiton, Devon: Token. 2022. p. 467. ISBN 978-1-908828-63-7.
- ^ a b "The Order of Wearing of Australian Honours and Awards" (PDF). It's an Honour. Australian Government. Archived from the original (PDF) on 11 February 2014. Retrieved 23 January 2013.
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