Things to Know About Australian National Flags in Perth

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Things to Know About Australian National Flags
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The Australian National Flag was first flown in
1901. It represents Australias foremost
national symbol and has become an expression of
Australian identity and pride.
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Proclamation the Flags Act 1953
The Flags Act 1953 subsequently proclaimed the
Australian blue ensign as the Australian National
Flag and the Australian red ensign as the flag
for merchant ships registered in Australia.
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The flag is paraded by the defence forces and
displayed around the country at sporting events
and by service organisations, community groups,
and more.
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Symbolism!
The flag has three elements on a blue background.
They are, The Union Jack The
Commonwealth Star The Southern Cross
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The Commonwealth Ensigns!
The blue ensign was meant to be for official and
naval purposes, and the red ensign was intended
to be used by the merchant fleet, but the general
public began using the red ensign on land.
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Australian national flags in Perth for sporting
events or the service organisations, community
groups and more? Contact Tudor House!
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