UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY

THIS IS OUR FLAG

Three important symbols – the Union Jack, the Southern Cross and the Commonwealth Star together form the Australian National Flag:

The Australian National Flag symbolises our country's values and traditions. It acknowledges our history as well as the birth of the Commonwealth of Australia in 1 901. It has inspired generations of Australians since it was first flown on 3 September 1901, a day we commemorate each year as 'Flag Day'. It unifies a people with a heritage as diverse as any on earth and exemplifies the nation's commitment to egalitarianism, tolerance, freedom and opportunity for all.