Star of Courage

The Star of Courage (SC) is a bravery decoration awarded by Australia. It is awarded for acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril. The SC was created on 14 February 1975. It is approved by the governor-general of Australia, on the recommendation of the Australian Bravery Decorations Council. The decoration recognises acts of bravery by members of the community. They selflessly put themselves in jeopardy to protect the lives or property of others. It is ranked second in the Australian civil bravery decorations in the Australian Honours System. Recipients of the Star of Courage are entitled to use the post-nominal letters "SC".