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Following the proclamation of the Commonwealth of Australia on 1 January 1901, the Commonwealth government held a design competition for a new national flag. Five almost identical entries were selected to share the 200 pound prize.
On 3 September 1901, the new Australian flag flew for the first time from the top of the Exhibition Building in Melbourne. The flag was simplified, and approved by King Edward VII in 1902.
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What constellation is chosen for the Australian flag?
southern cross
When was the Australian flag chosen?
The Australian flag was chosen from thousands of entries in a competition held in 1901. On 3 September 1901, the new Australian flag flew for the first time from the top of the Exhibition Building in Melbourne. The flag was simplified, and approved by King Edward VII in 1902.
What flag did you have before the Australian flag?
Prior to the Australian flag, all the colonies of Australia observed the Brirish flag.
When was the flag of Canada chosen?
The Maple Leaf flag was chosen in 1967.
What are the color on the Australian flag?
The colors on the Australian flag are red, blue and white.
What is the Australian Flag's nickname?
The Australian flag does not have a nickname.
Does the Aboriginal Flag have to be displayed along with Australian Flag?
No flag has to be displayed along another flag. That doesn't make sense at all.I'm not sure if you're complaining like "Does the Aboriginal Flag have to be displayed along with Australian Flag?" or "Does the Aboriginal Flag have to be displayed along with Australian Flag?" but no.
Which other flag is included on the Australian flag?
The Union Jack of United Kingdom's flag is included on the upper left quadrant of the Australian flag.
What flag was raised by the new arrivals on Australian soil?
I'm sure its the Australian flag
Why do you have a Australian Flag?
We have an Australian flag to represent the country, like every other sovereign nation.
When was Australian Flag Society created?
Australian Flag Society was created on 2001-07-04.
Which Australian cross is on the Australian flag?
The southern Cross
