Buxton Fire Brigade

Australian Fire Service Medal

The Australian Fire Service Medal recognises distinguished service (above and beyond) by members of Australian fire services. Only one award is presented to an individual, and recipients are entitled to use the post-nominal letters ‘AFSM’.

CFA Outstanding Service Award

The Outstanding Service Medal recognises prolonged service distinguished by exceptional performance. It is CFA’s most prestigious internal award outside the valor and bravery listings.

CFA Life Member

CFA members with an aggregate dedicated service of not less than 30 years in one or more fire brigades, or with CFA, may be nominated for a CFA Life Membership Medal.

Brigade Life Member

The Brigade Life Member Medal is awarded at the discretion of the brigade in appreciation for service or support given to that brigade, typically in excess of 20 years.

National Emergency Medal

The National Emergency Medal may be awarded to members who rendered sustained [or significant] service during specified dates in response to the nationally-significant emergency.

National Medal

The National Medal recognises prolongued exposure to hazard in the service of the community and may be awarded for 15 years of eligible service with a Clasp for each subsequent 10 years of service.

CFA Service Medal

CFA Service Medals recognise duration of diligent service with CFA, starting at 5 years, a Medal at 10 then Clasps subsequently.

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