Star of Courage (Australia)

Star of Courage


Medal and ribbon
TypeMedal
Awarded for"acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril"[1]
Presented byAustralia
EligibilityAustralian Citizen or a Foreign Citizen acting on behalf of Australia or an Australian
Post-nominalsSC
StatusCurrently awarded
Established14 February 1975
First awarded1976
Last awarded24 July 2018
Total182[2]
Order of Wear
Next (higher)Star of Gallantry[3]
Next (lower)Distinguished Service Cross[3]
RelatedCross of Valour
Bravery Medal
Commendation for Brave Conduct
Group Bravery Citation

The Star of Courage (SC) is a bravery decoration awarded to Australians.[1] It is awarded for acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril. The SC was created on 14 February 1975.[4] The decoration recognises acts of bravery by members of the community.[4] They selflessly put themselves in jeopardy to protect the lives or property of others.[1] It is ranked second in the Australian civil bravery decorations in the Australian Honours System. Recipients of the Star of Courage are entitled to use the post-nominal letters "SC".[1]

  1. ^ a b c d Cite error: The named reference IaH was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  2. ^ Medal Yearbook 2023. Honiton, Devon: Token. 2022. p. 459. ISBN 978-1-908828-63-7.
  3. ^ a b "The Order of Wearing Australian Honours and Awards" (PDF). Government House. 25 September 2007. Retrieved 23 March 2014.
  4. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference ABA was invoked but never defined (see the help page).