History
The ACT Community Protection Medal is an award of the Australian Capital Territory recognising service in the protection of the Canberra community by those who serve in its protective and emergency roles. It stands alongside the Territory's other recognition of emergency and community service.
It is a Territory award, presented by the ACT rather than through the Commonwealth honours system, and sits alongside any national honours a member may hold, such as the National Medal and the National Emergency Medal.
Design & ribbon
The medal
The medal is issued by the Australian Capital Territory government. Its design and specifications are set by the Territory and should be confirmed from the issuing authority or the medal supplier before publication.
The ribbon
Red with a central white stripe flanked by gold and blue.
The ribbon is a broad red field with a central white stripe, flanked on each side by a gold stripe and then a blue stripe.
Eligibility
The medal recognises service in the protection of the Australian Capital Territory community.
- It is awarded to those who serve in the Territory's protective and emergency roles;
- It recognises service to the safety and protection of the community;
- As a Territory award it is not part of the national system and is worn on the right breast at official ACT functions.
The full eligibility conditions are set by the Territory and should be confirmed from the issuing authority.
Order of wear
This is a state or territory award, not part of the Commonwealth honours system or its Order of Wearing. By convention such awards are worn on the right breast at official functions of the issuing government, and not among the Commonwealth awards on the left.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ACT Community Protection Medal?
An award of the Australian Capital Territory recognising service in the protection of the Canberra community.
Who is eligible?
Those who serve in the Territory's protective and emergency roles; the full conditions are set by the Territory.
Is it a national award?
No. It is a Territory award, presented by the ACT rather than through the Commonwealth honours system.
How does it relate to the National Medal?
The National Medal and the National Emergency Medal are national honours; this medal is the Territory's own recognition, and may be held alongside them.
How is it worn?
As a Territory award it is worn on the right breast at official ACT functions.
What are its ribbon colours?
A broad red ribbon with a central white stripe flanked by gold and blue stripes.