Six Canberra emergency service personnel have been recognised for sustained and distinguished service, receiving ACT Community Protection Medals.

The medal, established in 2002, recognises police and emergency services personnel who have provided outstanding or long-term service to the ACT community.

This year’s recipients come from across the territory’s emergency services, including ambulance, fire, police and volunteer agencies.

Anthony Groves from the ACT Ambulance Service was honoured for leadership in clinical governance and innovation aimed at improving patient care and safety. His work has included modernising clinical systems and introducing new models of care and equipment.

Leighton Bush from the ACT Emergency Services Agency was recognised for strengthening collaboration across emergency services and government, particularly during large-scale incidents.

ACT Fire & Rescue superintendent Chris White received the medal for his work improving community and firefighter safety, including developing partnerships with industry to guide the safe installation of charging infrastructure in commercial buildings.

Police sergeant Frazer Howard was acknowledged for leading complex investigations and for more than a decade of service in search and rescue, alongside developing training programs to strengthen policing capability.

Christopher O’Neill, of the ACT Rural Fire Service, was recognised for nearly four decades of service since joining in 1988, supporting both the ACT and surrounding regional communities.

Victoria Munslow from the ACT State Emergency Service received the award for more than 25 years of volunteer service, including operational leadership and a strong commitment to training and supporting SES volunteers.