THE annual celebration of our national flag, “Stars and Crosses”, will be held from noon to 1.30pm today at Martin Place, Sydney.
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This year, the 114th anniversary of our flag, will be celebrated Australia-wide, especially in schools.
I was touched to read a statement by the late Aboriginal leader and MP, Neville Bonner, a Jagera elder, who said: “Our flag has served as a beacon of freedom for refugees of a weary world”.
It is recognised as a symbol of freedom , justice and friendliness. It represents a sovereign, independent country, where we observe the rule of law, practise parliamentary democracy and believe in equality for all citizens of Australia, indigenous and non-indigenous of whatever colour, creed and gender.
If you’d like to know about the Australian flag, visit the website, www.australianflag.org.au
Judith Law
Gunnedah
