Emergency Service Medal

The Emergency Service Medal is a prestigious award established to recognise the outstanding service and dedication of both current and former members of Australian emergency services. Eligibility for this esteemed medal requires individuals to have:

• Demonstrated exceptional commitment to the provision of emergency services, significantly contributing to the well-being of the community; or
• Made significant contributions to the advancement of emergency service practices, protocols, or community engagement, as determined by the relevant state or territory emergency service authority.

Design

The Emergency Service Medal is a unique piece featuring a central motif of a raised equilateral triangle with chamfered edges, encircled by stylised wattle sprays. Within the triangle, a raised depiction of the Federation Star is showcased, surrounded by twenty-four spheres. These spheres signify the round-the-clock availability of the Emergency Service to the community. The medal exhibits hues of silver and bronze.