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Australian Antarctic Medal

Australian Antarctic Medal

 

 

The Australian Antarctic Medal (AAM) recognises outstanding service in scientific research or exploration in connection with an Australian Antarctic expedition.

The Australian Antarctic Medal was instituted in 1987 to recognise those who have rendered outstanding service in scientific research or exploration in connection with an Australian Antarctic expedition, or in support of such work, for 12 months or more in the Antarctic region, except in exceptional circumstances.

More information is available on the pmc.gov.au website.

There were four recipients of the Australian Antarctic Medal in 2021 (gazette). Read about the 2021 recipients. 


Letters Patent:

Regulations:

 

Determinations under the Australian Antarctic Medal Regulations: