How to Fly the Australian Flag
Show respect and dignity for all Australian flags., Fly the flag., Raise the flag quickly and lower it ceremoniously.During the raising and lowering of the Australian National flag, everyone present must be silent and face the flag.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Show respect and dignity for all Australian flags.
The Australian National flag takes precedence in positioning over all other flags or ensigns.
On Australian soil, the Australian National flag takes precedence over other national flags. -
Step 2: Fly the flag.
The following must be observed when flying the Australian National flag:
Raise it no earlier than first light Lower it no later than duskIf you wish to fly the Australian National flag by night, it must be lighted. , This also applies to when the flag is carried in a parade.
Those in uniform are obliged to salute the flag. -
Step 3: Raise the flag quickly and lower it ceremoniously.During the raising and lowering of the Australian National flag
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Step 4: everyone present must be silent and face the flag.
Detailed Guide
The Australian National flag takes precedence in positioning over all other flags or ensigns.
On Australian soil, the Australian National flag takes precedence over other national flags.
The following must be observed when flying the Australian National flag:
Raise it no earlier than first light Lower it no later than duskIf you wish to fly the Australian National flag by night, it must be lighted. , This also applies to when the flag is carried in a parade.
Those in uniform are obliged to salute the flag.
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