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National symbols

Australian national anthem

This page contains information relating to the Australian National Anthem. Includes an explanation of when the anthem should be sung, the words and the sheet music for the anthem which are available for download.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/symbols/anthem.cfm

Australian national dress

An article about modern Australian national dress. Links to online resources are provided.

http://australia.gov.au/about-australia/australian-story/austn-national-dress

Australian national flag

Information page describing the symbolism, history, protocols and commercial use of the Australian flag. Flag images and templates can be downloaded from links on the page.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/symbols/flag.cfm

Commonwealth Coat of Arms

The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the formal symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia and its authority and ownership. This page links to guidelines on the use of the arms and various images of the Coat of Arms.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/coat-arms/

Commonwealth Coat of Arms and Government branding

The Awards and Culture Branch of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet is responsible for administering the Guidelines on the use of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms and the Australian Government Branding Design Guidelines.

http://www.dpmc.gov.au/guidelines/#brand

Floral emblem

Australia's national floral emblem is the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha Benth.). This page has more information about the significance, history, proclamation and use of the national floral emblem.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/symbols/flora.cfm

Floral emblems of Australia

Commonwealth, State and Territory floral emblems for Australia. Links to pages describing each floral emblem in detail as well as to related information for school projects.

http://www.anbg.gov.au/emblems/

Gemstone

Australia's national gemstone is the opal, a stone famous across the world for its brilliant colours. This page has more information about the significance, history, proclamation and use of the national gemstone.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/symbols/gemstone.cfm

National colours

The national colours, green and gold, hold a treasured place in the Australian imagination. This page has more information about the significance, history, proclamation and use of the national colours.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/symbols/colours.cfm

The Australian flag

A brief introduction to the history of the Australian flag. Includes information on other Australian ensigns and other 'Australian' flags. Also includes links to information on state and territory flags.

http://www.anbg.gov.au/oz/flag.html

Related

Australian Government Coat of Arms and australia.gov.au - Your Connection With Government- Print Version