The peacekeeping force monitored the transitional stages of Rhodesia's independence in the run-up to the 1980 elections.
How it is awarded
Eligible personnel apply for the Rhodesia Medal. Civilians as well as police and military personnel who participated in the resolution of Zimbabwean independence are entitled to the award.
The medal is awarded for service of at least 14 days between 1 December 1979 and 20 March 1980.
The application form is available from the Department of Defence website. To access the Alternate Application Process, please call 1800 333 362.
History
The Rhodesia Medal was initiated by the British Government in consultation with Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Kenya, whose forces took part in the operation.
The role of the multi-national force was to keep peace between 22,000 guerrillas and the Rhodesian forces during the ceasefire run-up to the 1980 elections.
Each country treats the medal as part of its own honours system.
The Prime Minister presented the Rhodesia Medal to the Australian Parliament in August 1980.
Medal design
The circular, nickel Rhodesia Medal features the crowned effigy of The Queen.
The back of the medal depicts a sable antelope surrounded by the inscription 'The Rhodesia Medal 1980'.
Medal ribbon
The ribbon is sky-blue with three central stripes of red, white and blue.