54 Moreton Bay personnel awarded National Emergency Medal

Published 30 October 2026

Medal recipients awarded in recognition of service during the February 2022 flood emergency.
Award categories included emergency management functions, strategic leadership, coordination, frontline support, and community assistance.
The flood emergency affected thousands of residents across the region, with council teams working around the clock.

Fifty-four former and current City of Moreton Bay personnel have been recognised with the National Emergency Medal or Clasp, for their significant service during the February 2022 flood emergency.

The National Emergency Medal acknowledges the dedication of those who have provided significant or sustained service to others during nationally recognised emergency events in Australia.

Recipients were recognised for their contributions across a diverse range of emergency management functions, from strategic leadership and coordination through to frontline support and community assistance.

Recipients included Mayor Peter Flannery and Chair of the Local Disaster Coordination Centre Councillor Matt Constance (Division 10).

The flood emergency affected thousands of residents across the region, with council teams working around the clock to support evacuations, coordinate recovery efforts and help communities access critical information and assistance.

The February 2022 flood event closed 224 council roads and 1,000 tonnes of sand was used for 80,000 sandbags.

The event caused more than $270 million in damage to private property, including homes and businesses, and more than $14 million in damage to Council assets.

Individuals were awarded at a ceremony at the North Lakes Community Centre.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the recognition highlighted the dedication and professionalism of those who supported the Moreton Bay community throughout the flood emergency.

“These medals recognise the hard work and dedication of our people, and the countless hours spent over the flood period supporting and protecting the Moreton Bay community during an incredibly challenging time,” he said.

“The National Emergency Medal recognise significant service during major emergencies, whether that is on the frontline or through the coordination, leadership and support that happens behind the scenes.

“These medals are a reminder of the professionalism and dedication of the people who step up when our community needs them most and the importance of being prepared for future weather events.”

The City of Moreton Bay Disaster Dashboard can be accessed at https://disaster.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/.