What can you tell me about the flags in the House of Representatives?

Hi, thanks for your question.

Four Australian flags are permanently hung in the House of Representatives. Two other Australian flags which hang at the entrance to the House of Representatives are changed every day. The used flags are given to Members of the House of Representatives who donate them to schools or other community groups in their electorates.

 

The Australian flag

Australian flag

Australian flag

The Australian flag

Description

The Australian National Flag has 3 main features on a blue background:

  • the Union Jack – the flag of the United Kingdom
  • the Commonwealth Star
  • the Southern Cross.