Council for the Australian Bravery Decorations

The Australian Bravery Decorations Council is an independent advisory body that considers nominations for awards and makes recommendations to the Governor-General.

The Council meets twice yearly, usually in May and November, to consider nominations and make recommendations to the Governor-General for awards.

Members

As at 12 February 2024:

Chair

• Ms Georgie Cornish

Community Representatives

• Dr Craig Challen SC OAM
• Ms Heidi Gan
• Mr Rob Webb

Representatives of States and Territories

• Mr Shane Fitzsimmons AO AFSM (New South Wales)
• Mr Fin Bird (Victoria)
• Ms Filly Morgan PSM (Queensland)
• Mr Rik Morris (South Australia)
• Ms Elenna Dionisio (Western Australia)
• Commander Hege Ronning-Burns APM (Northern Territory)
• Ms Courtney Ingham (Tasmania)
• Mr Wayne Phillips (Australian Capital Territory)

Ex-officio Representatives

• Ms Cassie Haynes (Department of Defence)
• Mr Andrew Walter (Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet)