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The Indigenous flag was designed in 1971, by Harold Thomas. The Indigenous flag became the official 'flag of Australia' in 1995. Harold Thomas is a Indigenous Luritja and Wombai artist, who is also known as Bundoo.

In the year 1970 when Indigenous people were mistreated and fighting for land rights, Harold thought about the creation of an Aboriginal symbol. The Aboriginal flag holds significance towards strength, unity, resilience and community rights for all different indigenous tribes around Australia. The colours that make up the Aboriginal flag all have their own meaning, symbolising the Aboriginal people of Australia. 

Symbolism of colours:

Black - Found on the top of the flag, symbolising the indigenous people.

Yellow - Located in the middle of the flag as a circular shape and symbolises power and protection.

Red - Found on the bottom of the flag, symbolising their spiritual relationship with the land. It also symbolises the red ochre used in ceremonies. For example, diverse cultural ceremonies and worldwide ritual and types of tradition. 

The Torres Strait Islander Flag was created in 1992, by Bernard Namok. The Torres Strait Islander Flag has a meaning of unity, identity and culture pride of Torres Strait Islander People. This flag was designed to signify their deep connection to the land, sea and sky.

Symbolism of colours:

Green- Represents the land

Blue- Represents the sea

Black- Symbolizes The Torres Strait Islander people

White Dhari- Culturals symbol

Five-pointed Star- Represents the five major island groups. These are Eastern, Central, Western, Port Kennedy and Mainland.

By Sophia Koukoumanos