Each year, on 3 September, the City of Boroondara celebrates Australian National Flag Day. Proclaimed in 1996 as a national day, it commemorates the day in 1901 on which the Australian flag was first flown at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne.
To celebrate Australian National Flag Day in Boroondara, we’ll raise the Australian flag at council offices at 8 Inglesby Road, Camberwell.
Schools, local organisations and residents are also encouraged to fly or display the Australian National Flag on 3 September.
History of Flag Day
Australian National Flag Day celebrates the significance of the Australian flag and its role in our nation’s identity. The flag itself represents the Federation of Australia. The Union Jack represents Australia’s early settlers. The Commonwealth Star with its seven points represents the unity of the six Australian states and the seventh point stands for all Australian Territories.
Australian National Flag Day encourages citizens to reflect on their national pride and appreciate the freedoms and opportunities afforded by living in Australia.
This is one of the significant dates and events recognised in Boroondara. To learn more, visit our Dates of recognition page.