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AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL FLAG DAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2005
The National Flag of Australia, designed by Australians and flown first in
1901 by the newly formed Federal Parliament, is celebrated each year during
Australian National Flag day on 3d September.
This National Australian Emblem has been proudly carried into the activities
of the Australian Defence Force wherever it has pursued its' duties around
the world.
It is largely through the endeavours by the Australian Defence Force to bring
peace to many people that this Australian symbol has become a beacon for
hope by those who are oppressed and seeking a way of life which will bring
peace, freedom of speech and a democratic future.
Our flag represents the historical circumstances and values of our country.
As a symbol of who we are, our values and beliefs, it is not the play thing of
those captive to contemporary fashions.
I congratulate the Australian National Flag Association for upholding the
flag against those who wish to see it altered.
This flag is Australia; it is our history, our heritage, it belongs equally to all
Australians whatever their origins.
DR BRENDAN NELSON MP
Member for Bradfield
Minister for Defence
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