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[[File:Flag_of_Australia_template.svg|thumb|Flag_of_Australia_template]] [[file:Australianflagatnewport.JPG|right|thumb|Australianflagatnewport]] [[file:Lake_Rowan_War_Memorial_005.JPG|right|thumb|Lake_Rowan_War_Memorial_005]] [[file:Australian_Colonial_Flag.svg|thumb|Australian_Colonial_Flag]] [[file:Australian_Federation_Flag.svg|thumb|Australian_Federation_Flag]] [[file:Eureka_Flag.svg|thumb|Eureka_Flag]] [[file:AntiTransportation_League_Flag.svg|thumb|AntiTransportation_League_Flag]] == Flag of Australia ==

[[File:Flag of Australia.svg|thumb|right|The Flag of Australia]]

The '''Flag of Australia''' is a national symbol of the [[Commonwealth of Australia]]. It features three prominent components: the [[Union Jack]], the [[Commonwealth Star]], and the [[Southern Cross]] constellation.

=== Design ===
The flag's design consists of a blue field with the [[Union Jack]] in the upper hoist quarter, a large white seven-pointed star known as the [[Commonwealth Star]] in the lower hoist quarter, and five white stars representing the [[Southern Cross]] constellation in the fly half.

==== Union Jack ====
The [[Union Jack]] in the flag's canton acknowledges the history of British settlement in Australia. It symbolizes Australia's historical ties to the [[United Kingdom]].

==== Commonwealth Star ====
The [[Commonwealth Star]], also known as the Federation Star, has seven points. Six points represent the six original states of the [[Commonwealth of Australia]], and the seventh point represents the territories and any future states of Australia.

==== Southern Cross ====
The [[Southern Cross]] constellation is depicted with five stars: one small five-pointed star and four larger seven-pointed stars. This constellation is a significant navigational feature in the southern hemisphere and is a prominent symbol in Australian culture and identity.

=== History ===
The current design of the Flag of Australia was chosen in 1901 from entries in a public competition following the federation of the [[Commonwealth of Australia]]. The design was officially approved by King Edward VII in 1903. The flag has undergone minor changes since its inception, primarily to the specifications of the stars.

=== Usage ===
The Flag of Australia is used for official purposes by the [[Government of Australia]] and is flown on public buildings, schools, and private residences. It is also used during national holidays such as [[Australia Day]] and [[Anzac Day]].

=== Protocol ===
There are specific protocols for the use and display of the Flag of Australia. It should be treated with respect and dignity, and there are guidelines on how it should be flown, including the times and occasions for half-masting.

== Related Pages ==
* [[Union Jack]]
* [[Commonwealth Star]]
* [[Southern Cross]]
* [[Australia Day]]
* [[Anzac Day]]
* [[Government of Australia]]
* [[Commonwealth of Australia]]

== See Also ==
* [[Flags of the World]]
* [[National symbols of Australia]]
* [[History of Australia]]

[[Category:Flags of Australia]]
[[Category:National symbols of Australia]]
[[Category:Australian culture]]

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