List of Australian honours
There are 60 Australian honours included on the A-Z list below. If you are seeking information about Imperial Awards that commenced in Australia in 1901 and were phased out by the late 1980s, you will find a separate A-Z listing of these in the Imperial Awards section.
Australian Cadet Forces Service Medal
The Australian Cadet Forces Service Medal recognises long and efficient service by officers and instructors in the Australian Cadet Forces. It is awarded for 15 years service.
Australian Defence Medal
The Australian Defence Medal recognises current and former Australian Defence Force personnel who completed an initial enlistment period, or four years service, whichever was the lesser.
Champion Shots Medal
The Champion Shots Medal encourages skill in arms shooting in the Australian Defence Force.
Commendation for Gallantry
The Commendation for Gallantry is awarded to military personnel for acts of gallantry in action considered worthy of recognition.
Defence Force Service Medal
The Defence Force Service Medal was awarded to full-time service personnel for 15 years diligent service in the Australian Defence Force.
Defence Long Service Medal
The Defence Long Service Medal recognises 15 years diligent service by members of the Regular and Reserve Forces.
Medal for Gallantry
The Medal for Gallantry is awarded to military personnel for acts of gallantry in action in hazardous circumstances.
Reserve Force Decoration
The Reserve Force Decoration was awarded to Reserve Force officers for 15 years efficient service by members of the Defence Force.
Reserve Force Medal
The Reserve Force Medal was awarded to Reserve Force other ranks for 15 years efficient service.
Star of Gallantry
The Star of Gallantry recognises acts of outstanding heroism in action in circumstances of great peril.
Victoria Cross for Australia
The Victoria Cross for Australia is the pre-eminent award for acts of bravery in wartime and Australia's highest military honour.