[PDF] aboriginal flag raising ceremony protocol

These protocols will assist you when flying or using the flag, including as part of flag-raising ceremonies. The Australian Flag and flag flying. On Australia  Autres questions
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  • What is the protocol for displaying the Australian flag?

    Whether the flag is displayed flat against a surface (either horizontally or vertically), on a staff, on a flag rope, or suspended vertically in the middle of a street, the canton should be in the uppermost left quarter as viewed by a person facing the flag.

  • When should the Aboriginal flag be flown?

    The Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag may be flown at any time. The Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag may be flown together or either flag may be flown individually, depending on the preference of the organisation.

  • What are the rules for the flagpole in Australia?

    the Australian National Flag should be raised first and lowered last. the flag should be raised to the top of the flagpole briefly, and then lowered slowly and ceremoniously. flags flown at half-mast should be positioned a third of the distance down the flagpole.
  • Flags may be displayed on a stand. The Australian flag has precedence as the tallest flag in the centre. This arrangement places the Aboriginal flag on the left as next in order of precedence. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags are interchangeable depending on location.
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