Commonwealth Flag Network

Remembrance Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, commemorating the loss of Australian lives in all wars, conflicts and peace operations. 

On Remembrance Day, 11 November 2023, Australian Government departments and agencies are asked to observe the protocol to fly the Australian National Flag at half-mast to remember the sacrifice of all those who have died for Australia. Other organisations are welcome to participate.

The Australian National Flag should be flown at the peak from approximately 8:00 am (local time) until precisely 10:30 am when…

The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for Mr Ronald (Ron) Barassi AM will be held at 11am on Friday, 10 November 2023, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, East Melbourne, Victoria.

In a career spanning from 1953 to 1995, Ron played 254 games, kicked 330 goals, and coached over 500 games. He was the first player inaugurated into the Australian Football Hall of Fame as a ‘Legend’ and awarded the same status in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.

In 1978, Ron was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in recognition…

A State Funeral for the Honourable William (Bill) George Hayden AC will take place at 11.00 am (QLD time) on Friday, 3 November 2023 at St Mary’s Church, Elizabeth Street, Ipswich, Queensland. 

Mr Hayden served as Australia’s 21st Governor-General from 1989 to 1996. In 1989, he was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia.

In 1961, Mr Hayden was elected to the House of Representatives as the Federal Member for Oxley, Queensland. He was appointed a Cabinet Minister in the Whitlam Government in 1972 as Minister for Social Security and then Treasurer in 1975. Mr Hayden…

United Nations Day is observed in Australia on 24 October each year to commemorate the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945. Through the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, the United Nations officially came into being. 

Where there are two or more flagpoles of equal height available, the United Nations Flag should be flown alongside the Australian National Flag all day on Tuesday 24 October 2023, from all buildings and establishments occupied by Australian Government departments and affiliated agencies.…

Australia mourns the passing of the Honourable William (Bill) George Hayden AC, 21st Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia (1989-1996). He provided a lifetime of service to Australia as a Parliamentarian and as Governor-General. The Prime Minister has issued a media statement on his website. 

As a mark of mourning and respect, the Australian National Flag should be flown at half-mast all day on Sunday 22 October 2023 from all buildings and establishments occupied by the…

This year marks the 22nd anniversary of Australian Citizenship Day. It is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate Australian citizenship. Further information is available on the Department of Home Affairs’ citizenship website at Celebrating citizenship.

In accordance with flag protocol, Australian Government departments and associated portfolio agencies are requested to fly or display the Australian National Flag all day on Sunday 17 September 2023 to…

Australian National Flag Day on 3 September 2023, marks 122 years since the Australian National Flag was first officially flown in 1901 at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne – the site of Australia's first Parliament.

Australian National Flag Day is an opportunity for all Australians to observe this anniversary by flying or displaying the flag.

In accordance with flag protocol, Australian Government departments and portfolio agencies are requested to fly or display the Australian National Flag on Sunday 3 September 2023. If facilities permit, multiple…

The Queensland Department of the Premier and Cabinet advises a State Funeral for the Hon Michael John Ahern AO, will be held at 11am on Friday 25 August 2023 in Caloundra, Queensland.

Mr Ahern was elected to the seat of Landsborough from 1968, until his retirement from Parliament in 1990. He was the Premier of Queensland between December 1987 and September 1989. During his 22 years of service, Mr Ahern also held the position of Government Whip and Treasurer, and held a number of ministerial portfolios which included Primary Industries; Industry, Small Business and Technology; and…

The Northern Territory Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet advises a State Funeral for Dr Margaret Kemarre (MK) Turner OAM, will be held at 10am on Thursday 17 August 2023 at Atherreyurre (Telegraph Station) in Alice Springs, Northern Territory.

Dr Turner was a prominent Aboriginal Elder known for her remarkable contributions to Aboriginal education, cultural preservation, and community empowerment. In recognition of her tireless efforts, Dr Turner was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 1997 for service to the Aboriginal community of Central…

A State Funeral for the Honourable Simon Crean will be held at 11.00 am on Thursday 20 July 2023 at St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria.

In 1990, Mr Crean was elected the Member for Hotham in Victoria. He was later appointed Cabinet Minister in the Hawke, Keating, Rudd and Gillard governments. Mr Crean was appointed Minister for various portfolios including Science and Technology; Primary Industries and Energy; Employment, Education and Training; Trade; Social Inclusion; Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government; the Arts; and…