Flag of Australia
Colors
#00008B
#FFFFFF
#FF0000
Meaning & Symbolism
The Union Jack represents British history. The Commonwealth Star has 7 points (6 states + territories). The Southern Cross is visible from the southern hemisphere.
History
Selected in an 1901 competition, the year of federation. Originally had 6 points; the seventh was added in 1908 for territories. Declared the national flag in 1954.
Curiosities
Very similar to New Zealand's, causing frequent confusion. There have been several referendums to change it. The Southern Cross also appears on the flags of Brazil, NZ, Papua and Samoa.
