Australia Flag - Official National Symbol and Design Details #1729974 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of Australia features a blue field with the Union Jack in the canton, symbolizing historical ties to the United Kingdom. It includes the large seven-pointed Commonwealth Star below the canton and the five stars of the Southern Cross constellation to the right, representing Australia’s geographic location in the southern skies. The design was officially adopted on September 3, 1901, following a public competition.

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