What does each part of the Australian flag represent?

The union Jack in the top left corner is the British flag. It is recognition of our British roots, and the fact that Australia is a former British colony. read more

The union Jack in the top left corner is the British flag. It is recognition of our British roots, and the fact that Australia is a former British colony. The five stars to the right is the constellation of the southern cross, which is significant because it was an important constellation used for navigation in the southern hemisphere. read more

Six points represent the states and the seventh all the federal territories which together constitute the nation, the Commonwealth of Australia. fly our flag with pride! Few Australians know the unique and proud story of our flag –the only national flag to fly over an entire continent, but also the first to be chosen in an open public competition. read more

There is a seventh point to represent Australia's many territories (mainland and offshore). The Australian National Flag, a defaced British blue ensign, was first flown in Canberra in 1901. read more