The Commendation for Gallantry was introduced in 1991 and awarded for acts of gallantry in action which are considered worthy of recognition.

The insignia of the Commendation for Gallantry is gold-plated with a Federation Star superimposed centrally on a row of flames.

The Commendation for Gallantry insignia is mounted on a plain orange ribbon. A miniature insignia is worn on the ribbon bar.

Further awards of the Commendation for Gallantry are made by Warrant describing the separate action being recognised. No additional insignia is received or worn.

Post Nominals

There is no entitlement to postnominal letters for recipients of the Commendation for Gallantry.