List of Australian honours

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. 

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.

The Champion Shots Medal encourages skill in arms shooting in the Australian Defence Force.

The Companion of the Order of Australia is awarded for eminent achievement and merit of the highest degree in service to Australia or humanity at large.

The Defence Force Service Medal was awarded to full-time service personnel for 15 years diligent service in the Australian Defence Force.

The Defence Long Service Medal recognises 15 years diligent service by members of the Regular and Reserve Forces. 

From 1976 to 1986 and 2014 to 2015 there was provision for the appointment of Knights and Dames in the Order of Australia.

The Medal of the Order of Australia is awarded for service worthy of particular recognition.

The Member of the Order of Australia is awarded for service in a particular locality or field of activity or to a particular group.

The Officer of the Order of Australia is awarded for distinguished service of a high degree to Australia or humanity at large.

The Reserve Force Decoration was awarded to Reserve Force officers for 15 years efficient service by members of the Defence Force.

The Reserve Force Medal was awarded to Reserve Force other ranks for 15 years efficient service.