Ian Hart wore replica medals for decades after serving in the Australian Army. He has now been awarded the official service medals he earned. newsiviewlistenLoading ABC NewsNews HomeAustralian veteran Ian Hart awarded medals 80 years after concluding serviceShareShare articleAustralian veteran Ian Hart awarded medals 80 years after concluding serviceBy Emily Dobson. Ian Hart and his daughter, Tina Fulton-Kennedy, are so glad to finally have the official service medals.