What flags should be flown on Australia Day?

What flags should be flown on Australia Day?

On Australia Day, people all over the country will fly the Australian National Flag, as well as the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags. As the nation’s foremost symbol, the Australian National Flag should be used with respect and dignity.

Can you leave the Australian flag up at night?

The flag should never be flown at half-mast at night even if it is illuminated.

Are there any rules for flying the Australian flag?

Dignity of the Flag The Flag normally takes precedence over all other national flags when flown in Australia. It should always be flown aloft and free and should not be allowed to fall or lie upon the ground.

Should the Australian flag be at half-mast today?

In accordance with Australian flag protocol, the Australian National Flag should be flown at half-mast on Sunday, 25 April 2021, from dawn until noon in your locality, at which time the flag should be raised to the peak of the flag mast for the remainder of the day.

What are the 3 official flags of Australia?

Australia has three official flags: the Australian National Flag, the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag….The Australian National Flag

• The flag of Great Britain, known as the Union Jack, is in the top left corner.
• The Commonwealth Star is under the Union Jack.

Can I fly the Union flag in my garden?

Up to two flags can be flown without consent when erected in the grounds of a building. But only one flag can be flown within the gardens of a building if another flag is either being flown from the roof. The same applies if it is projecting from the building.

Do you fly the flag in the rain?

The U.S. Flag Code addresses the rules for flying flags, rain or shine. The United States Code, Title 36, Chapter 10, states: “The flag should not be displayed on days when the weather is inclement, except when an all-weather flag is displayed.”

Can I use the Australian flag in my logo?

The flag can be used for commercial purposes, including advertising, without formal permission, except when importing products, applying for trademarks and registering designs.

Is it disrespectful to leave a flag out overnight?

Most people believe you are not allowed to fly the stars and stripes at night. However, this is only partly true. According to the US Flag Code, all American flags should be displayed from sunrise to sunset every day. You can keep your flag flying 24-hours if it is properly illuminated during all hours of darkness.

Why were the flags at half-mast today?

Flags on all NSW government buildings are flying half-mast today in recognition of NSW’s Terrorism and Homicide Victims Remembrance Day. As the anniversary of the first Bali bombing, on 12 October NSW commemorates those who lost their lives or were injured as a result of terror or violence.

When to fly the Australian flag for Australia Day?

In accordance with flag protocol, all Australian Government departments and associated portfolio agencies should fly or display the Australian National Flag all day on Tuesday, 26 January 2021. Other organisations are welcome to participate.

What are the protocols for flying the Australian flag?

Australian National Flag protocols. As one of Australia’s most important symbols, the flag should be used with respect and dignity. These protocols will assist you when flying or using the flag, including as part of flag-raising ceremonies.

When to raise or lower the Australian flag?

The Australian National Flag should be raised first and lowered last, unless all other flags at the ceremony are raised and lowered simultaneously. When the Australian National Flag is flown with flags of other nations, all flags should be the same size and flown on flagpoles of the same height.

Why is the Australian flag at half mast on Remembrance Day?

On Remembrance Day, 11 November 2016, Australian Government departments and agencies are asked to observe the protocol to fly the Australian National Flag at half-mast to remember the sacrifice of all those who have died for Australia. Other organisations are welcome to participate.