Australian Antarctic Medal
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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:
- Australian Antarctic Medal Letters Patent 2011 - 13 December 2011
- Australian Antarctic Medal Letters Patent 1997 - 18 December 1997
- Australian Antarctic Medal Letters Patent 1987 - 2 June 1987
Regulations:
- Australian Antarctic Medal Regulations 2011 - 13 December 2011
- Australian Antarctic Medal Regulations 1997 - 18 December 1997
- Australian Antarctic Medal Regulations 1987 - 2 June 1987
Determinations under the Australian Antarctic Medal Regulations:
- Australian Antarctic Medal Determination 1992 - 27 July 1992
- Australian Antarctic Medal Determination 1989 - 10 February 1989