Australian Bravery Decorations - Wattle Day 2025

John Kenny - Commended for brave conduct for his actions standing up to an aggressive male threatening students on a bus in North Sydney, New South Wales on 20 November 2019.

"I never thought that a split-second decision that I made on a school bus when I was 15 years old would ever lead to something like this."

Stephen Parker - Commended for brave conduct for his actions in rescuing a man from a burning electric vehicle in Barramunga, Victoria on 13 June 2022.

"To be nominated and recognised was a surprise, but I've taken great pride knowing others believe my actions were worthy of nomination and I am grateful for those who put me forward."

Dean Rossit - Commended for brave conduct for his actions rescuing two swimmers in Austinmer, New South Wales on 11 April 2023.

"I'm grateful I was in the right place at the right time, and that the father and son are okay."