'For general and consistent bravery. Sergeant Ciochetto assumed command of two guns of the 3rd New Zealand Machine gun Company when his officer had been wounded. His management of the guns during the whole of the operations round Flers was productive of good results and was of great assistance to the work of the 3rd Battalion, 3rd New Zealand (Rifle) Brigade.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 9 December 1916

'For conspicuous gallantry and initiative while supporting the attack of an infantry battalion with his section. At a critical period he reconnoitred the situation under heavy machine gun fire, and then placed his guns well forward to a flank, and with their fire assisted the infantry to advance by knocking out several machine guns in succession. He did splendid work.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 11 January 1919