The prestigious NSW Semper Deinceps Medal is a coveted honour that acknowledges exceptional commitment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Its symbolic design represents strength, unwavering dedication, vigilance, and hope. Read more..
The Semper Deinceps Medal is an award of distinction given to NSW Corrective Services staff for exemplary service during the 2020-2022 COVID-19 pandemic. Named after the Latin for 'Always Forward', the medal symbolises the relentless dedication and progressive action of its recipients in the face of adversity.
Eligibilty
Eligibility for this medal is reserved for officers who have shown extraordinary commitment to duty during the pandemic, significantly aiding efforts to combat its impact.
Design
The design features antique silver, signifying resilience, paired with a ribbon of dark and light blue stripes framing a central yellow stripe. The dark blue represents steadfastness, the light blue denotes alertness, and the yellow stands for the hope and positivity that these officers have inspired.
The Semper Deinceps Medal honours those who have not only sustained critical services but have also demonstrated leadership and innovation during a time of global crisis.
If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.
The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.
It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.
Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.
