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The George Medal was instituted in 1940 as a second level to the George Cross. It is awarded for acts of bravery in a non-war setting by civilians and members of the armed services involving circumstances of extreme danger where military honours are not otherwise available.

Source:
Australian Honours List

1942
SNurse Margaret Irene ANDERSON
 
1944
Lt Ellen SAVAGE
 
1945
Miss Nancy WAKE
 
1973
Miss Mary Elizabeth GIBBS