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Five Sunshine Coast locals honoured, including 3 surfers and the winner of the Rupert Wilks Trophy
Lewis McLaren accepted a Posthumous Award for his brother Lachlan, who made the ultimate sacrifice to save another. He was among 19 recipients honoured at Government House on 19 August.
Sean Williams, 16 years old at the time, didn't think before he entered a burning home and rescued an unconscious woman.
Adam Stone received the Silver Medal, while former SA Police sergeant Joe McDonald received a commendation for rescuing Oakbank Racing Club legend John Glatz from his Woodside property during the 2019 Cudlee Creek bushfire.
Three Queensland Police Service (QPS) officers and a Torres Strait Island Police Liaison Officer (TSIPLO) have been recognised for their extraordinary courage and selfless actions, at the Royal Humane Society of Australasia (RHSA) Queensland Bravery Award Ceremony at Queensland Government House.