WA Police Force honours and awards

The Cross for Bravery is awarded to WA Police Force employees for an act of most conspicuous courage whereby the person placed them self at peril and risk of significant personal injury or death.

Bar to the Cross for Bravery is awarded to WA Police Force employees who have already been awarded the Cross for Bravery and performed another similar act.

Commissioner’s Special Commendation for Bravery is awarded to WA Police Force employees and members of the community for an exceptional act of bravery whereby the person placed them self at risk of personal injury, the action exceeding that which might be reasonably expected.

Commissioner’s Commendation for Bravery is awarded to WA Police Force employees and members of the community for an exceptional act of bravery whereby the person displayed meritorious conduct under stressful conditions and there was minimal risk to the person but their actions are nevertheless highly commendable.

Commissioner’s Group Citation for Conduct is awarded to a team or community group who perform exceptional acts of bravery and display a significant level of commitment, dedication and professionalism in extenuating circumstances.

The Commissioner’s Medal for Excellence recognises employees of the WA Police Force who have demonstrated excellence in service to the WA Police Force and the community of Western Australia.

The WA Police Force Star recognises employees of the WA Police Force who are killed or seriously injured while carrying out their primary functions on or off duty. It acknowledges the unique and unpredictable dangers of policing in the community and the sacrifices made serving the community of Western Australia.

Current and former members who meet the eligibility criteria and wish to apply for this award are encouraged to submit a WA Police Force Star form (PDF, 923KB).

The WA Police Force Service Medal recognises the sustained diligent and ethical service by employees of the WA Police Force.

A minimum of 10 years service with the WA Police Force is required to be eligible for the medal.

The clasp to the medal is awarded for each additional 5 years of diligent and ethical service.

Former members who meet the eligibility criteria and wish to apply for this award are encouraged to submit a WA Police Force Service Medal form (PDF, 853KB).

Current employees are automatically considered for the Western Australia Police Service Medal.

The WA Police Force Aboriginal Service Medal is a tangible acknowledgement of the dedication and service to police duty by Aboriginal Officers and Staff of the WA Police Force.

Records show that Aboriginal people have worked in unity with Police in WA since the early nineteenth century; carrying out important roles such as Aboriginal Assistants, Police Aides, Aboriginal Police Liaison Officers, Police Staff, Community Liaison Officers and as Police Officers.

The awarding of this medal denotes that Aboriginal employees are valued for their service and it conveys to the community of WA that Aboriginal people have maintained a strong role in law enforcement and in keeping our community safe.

The inaugural WA Police Force Aboriginal Service Medal was held on 30 May 2019 at Government House.

Employees who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander with a minimum of 3 years of diligent and ethical service with the WA Police Force are eligible for the medal.

Former members who meet the eligibility criteria and wish to apply for this award are encouraged to submit a WA Police Force Aboriginal Service Medal form (PDF, 853KB).

The WA Police Force Cadet Medal recognises employees who are committed to joining the WA Police Force as a police officer.

To be eligible for the medal, the employee must complete a minimum of 6 months service as a cadet and successfully complete the recruit course, probation period and be permanently appointed to the rank of Constable.

Former members who meet the eligibility criteria and wish to apply for this award are encouraged to submit a WA Police Force Cadet Medal form (PDF, 853KB).

The WA Police Force Certificate of Outstanding Performance provides recognition of exemplary performance; individual or group citations can be awarded.

The WA Police Force Certificate of Appreciation is awarded to community members or groups whose contribution or assistance provided to the WA Police Force is beyond what is required of their normal everyday duties.

The medal recognises the service of eligible sworn officers and police staff for their service throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nominations  for the next round of applicants are currently open:

Nominate now (PDF, 869KB)

The design of the medal features a world map with Western Australia highlighted, symbolising the global pandemic and the State's Emergency Response. The meaning of the ribbon colours symbolise:

• Black and Yellow - State colours
• Blue - WA Police Force
• White - Sacrifice and Service
• Green - Unity and Health