Recognising CFA members

Overview

The Recognising CFA members section provides information about the honours and awards presented to CFA members in recognition of their bravery, service and contribution to fire and emergency management. This includes Australian Honours and Awards, the CFA Service Award and the CFA Valor Medal.

In this section:

  • How CFA members qualify for medals, including eligibility criteria
  • Recipient lists for select awards
  • Background on historical awards, such as the King's Police and Fire Service Medal and the Queen's Fire Service Medal

Explore the pages below to learn more about the medals available to CFA members.

National Emergency Medal

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The National Emergency Medal honours individuals who have provided sustained or significant service during nationally-declared emergencies in Australia, acknowledging extraordinary contributions in events such as floods, bushfires, and cyclones.

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National Medal

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The National Medal was created by Royal Warrant and is awarded by the Governor-General to recognise long and diligent service, by members of recognised government and voluntary organisations.

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Queen's Fire Service Medal (QFSM)

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The Queen’s Fire Service Medal (QFSM) was awarded for exceptional courage or distinguished service in fire brigades across the UK and Commonwealth from 1954 to 1989.

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