Become AuggieStudy / Part 1: Australia and its people
National symbols and anthem
- The Coat of Arms is the official symbol of national unity
- Its shield shows the six states and federation
- A kangaroo and an emu hold up the shield
- A gold Commonwealth Star sits above, with golden wattle behind
- Golden wattle is the national flower and blooms in spring
- National colours are green and gold
- The national gemstone is opal
- The anthem is 'Advance Australia Fair'
| Symbol | What it is | Meaning or note |
|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Coat of Arms | Official symbol of the Commonwealth | National unity; shield = six states and federation; held by a kangaroo and an emu |
| Golden wattle | National flower | Blooms golden yellow in spring |
| Green and gold | National colours | Colours of the golden wattle; worn by sports teams |
| Opal | National gemstone | Legend: a rainbow touched the earth |
| 'Advance Australia Fair' | National anthem | Sung at citizenship ceremonies and major sporting events |
Key facts
- Coat of Arms: official symbol, represents national unity.
- Shield: the six states and federation.
- Supporters: a kangaroo and an emu.
- Gold Commonwealth Star above the shield; golden wattle behind.
- National flower: golden wattle (blooms in spring).
- National colours: green and gold.
- National gemstone: opal.
- National anthem: 'Advance Australia Fair'.