Celebrating National Flag Day

Sunday 3rd september 2023

The Australian National Flag is proudly displayed throughout the nation and by Australians around the world. It is paraded by our defence forces and displayed around the country at sporting events and by service organisations, schools, community groups and citizens.

Held on 3 September, Australian National Flag Day celebrates the first time the flag was officially flown at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne in 1901 – the site of Australia’s first Parliament.

This Sunday commemorates the 122nd anniversary of the first time the Australian National Flag was flown, and is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate with national pride.

This year also marks 70 years of the Flags Act 1953.

The flag is flown both in celebration and in mourning, and affirms Australians are strong in values and freedoms, and confident in what the future may bring.

All Australians are encouraged to fly or display the Australian National Flag to celebrate Australian National Flag Day.

The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet has information on the history of the Australian flag and a range of resources to promote awareness of Australia’s national symbols within the community.