08/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/14/2024 20:40
On 14 August 2024, the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, announced 41 Australian Bravery Decorations in recognition of the courageous acts of 46 people.
'Australian Bravery Decorations honour those Australians who put themselves in danger to protect the lives or property of others. Recipients come from different parts of our country and diverse backgrounds. They are connected by their selfless, courageous, resilient and determined response in extraordinary circumstances,' the Governor-General said.
'Each is inspiring. I am delighted that these exceptional people will forever know they have earned the gratitude of every Australian.'
Decorations awarded include:
A list of the recipients(link is external) is available on the Governor-General's website and recipients who have agreed to be identified can be searched for using the Australian Honours database(link is external).
Anyone can nominate someone for an act of bravery. For information on making a nomination and the nomination form, visit Nominate someone for an award(link is external).