- Outstanding QFES personnel have been awarded for their bravery in the face of emergency
- More than 100 Awards and medals were presented QFES personnel at today’s Brisbane based ceremony
- More bravery awards we were given this year than any other year including several swiftwater firefighters for their bravery while undertaking rescues in the 2022 floods
High achieving QFES personnel were presented commendations, awards and clasps for their exceptional contributions to emergency services both in Queensland and interstate.
The awards are an opportunity to recognise and thank those who acted with bravery, courage and integrity in the face of emergencies.
Among those recognised today were several Brisbane Region swiftwater firefighters, who received awards for their bravery while responding to particularly dangerous rescues the 2022 flood event.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan:
“Across the state, our emergency services personnel demonstrate courage and compassion, skill and professionalism in protecting Queenslanders,” Minister Ryan said.
“Many of the people recognised today have risked their lives to save others – some as recently as last year, when responding to major flooding in Brisbane. In fact this year we gave more bravery awards than any other year.
“On behalf of the community, today we recognise all award recipients and these exceptional high achievers for the significant contributions they make to keep the community safe.”
Quotes attributable to Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Greg Leach:
“Today was a chance to celebrate the people of QFES who are passionate about providing high quality emergency services,” Commissioner Leach said.
“I am incredibly proud of all the QFES members that received awards today and who continue to uphold the high standards of QFES.
“It’s a privilege to lead an organisation made up of individuals of the highest character.”
