We value, support and promote the appropriate recognition of our workforce, paid and volunteer, across the department for their bravery, dedication and outstanding service above and beyond what is expected in their roles.

There are many honours and awards that our workforce, paid and volunteer, may be eligible for. These can be national, state or our own awards. More information is detailed in the our Honours and Awards Booklet, including How to wear your Medals.

If you have any queries about Honours or Awards please email QFES.HonoursRewardRecognition@qfes.qld.gov.au

If you would like to nominate someone or yourself, please refer to Nomination Forms for more information. 

Honours, Reward and Recognition Booklet

This booklet outlines the honours and awards members of our workforce, paid and volunteer, are eligible for that are administered by us. The booklet contains: 

  • eligibility criteria for honours and awards
  • policy and nomination procedures for honours and awards
  • visual representation of each honour and award
  • protocols for the wearing of honours and awards.

New medal releases will also be announced on Nomination Forms.

There are many other honours and awards available that are not administered by the department, including the QBANK Everyday Heroes Awards.

Artefacts

The Honours and Awards team hold a​ stock of Plaques and Challenge Coins for use as gifts. These items are available for distribution through each executive office.

QFES plaque

QFES coins

 

For information on When and How to wear your medals, please see the Honours, Reward and Recognition booklet. (PDF, 16.08 MB)

If you have any questions about Honours, Reward and Recognition please email QFES.HonoursRewardRecognition@qfes.qld.gov.au

Firefighter Honour Roll

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