Flag of New Zealand
Colors
#00247D
#FFFFFF
#CC142B
Meaning & Symbolism
The Union Jack represents ties with Britain. The four red stars with white borders form the Southern Cross, constellation that guides navigation in the southern hemisphere.
History
Used since 1869, officially adopted in 1902. In 2015-2016 there was a referendum to change it to one with a silver fern, but the current flag won.
Curiosities
Has only 4 stars (vs 5 for Australia) and they are red (vs white). The silver fern is a very popular unofficial symbol. The All Blacks use the fern, not the flag.
