New Zealand Gallantry Medal (NZGM)
- Squadron Leader Benjamin Mark Pryor – Royal New Zealand Air Force.
- Staff Sergeant Dean Maurice Rennie – Royal New Zealand Army Logistic Regiment.
Ben Pryor
Dean Rennie
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