| Star of Courage | |
|---|---|
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| Type | Medal |
| Awarded for | "acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril"[1] |
| Presented by | Australia |
| Eligibility | Australian Citizen or a Foreign Citizen acting on behalf of Australia or an Australian |
| Post-nominals | SC |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | 14 February 1975 |
| First awarded | 1976 |
| Last awarded | 24 July 2018 |
| Total | 182[2] |
| Order of Wear | |
| Next (higher) | Star of Gallantry[3] |
| Next (lower) | Distinguished Service Cross[3] |
| Related | Cross 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]
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- ^ a b "The Order of Wearing Australian Honours and Awards" (PDF). Government House. 25 September 2007. Retrieved 23 March 2014.
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