Medal for Gallantry
| Medal for Gallantry | |
|---|---|
Obverse of medal and ribbon | |
| Type | Medal |
| Awarded for | "acts of gallantry in action in hazardous circumstances" |
| Presented by | Australia |
| Eligibility | Members of the Australian Defence Force |
| Post-nominals | MG |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | 15 January 1991 |
| First award | 1996 |
| Final award | 2024 Special Honours |
| Total | 82 |
| Order of Wear | |
| Next (higher) | Nursing Service Cross |
| Next (lower) | Bravery Medal |
| Related | Star of Gallantry |
The Medal for Gallantry (MG) is a military decoration awarded to personnel of the Australian Defence Force. It recognises acts of gallantry in action in hazardous circumstances. The MG was introduced on 15 January 1991, replacing the Imperial equivalent. It is ranked third in the Gallantry Decorations in the Australian Honours System. Recipients of the Medal of Gallantry are entitled to use the post-nominal letters "MG".