The Flag of Queensland is the official flag of the Australian state of Queensland.

Queensland’s state flag is a British Blue Ensign with a white disc bearing the state badge added in the fly. The badge consists of a light blue Maltese Cross with a Saint Edward’s Crown in the centre. The flag, with minor variations, dates from 1876, and the badge was designed in 1876 by William Hemmant, the Colonial Secretary and Treasurer of Queensland.

Design Details

The state badge’s design has evolved slightly over time. The current flag design features the state badge on a blue field. The state emblem is a light blue Maltese cross a Royal Crown. The Maltese cross and star represent the country’s ties to the British Empire. The crown symbolises Queensland’s status as a British colony. The Queensland flag is officially described as “On a Roundel Argent a Maltese Cross Azure surmounted with a Royal Crown”.

Usage

The Flag of Queensland has been used in many different contexts over time, including official government events and celebrations. It can be seen flying at government buildings around Brisbane and even flown alongside flags from other nations during international sporting events. On ANZAC Day (April 25th) it has become customary for people to fly this flag to commemorate those who have served their country both overseas and at home.

Flags should be flown on these special occasions

• The Queensland flag should be flown on the following special occasions:
• The Commonwealth of Australia was founded on January 1, 1901.
• Australia Day is observed on January 26.
• Her Majesty’s Accession Day is February 6th. The monarch
• Anzac Day, April 25 (flags at half-mast until noon, then at full mast until sunset)
• Her Majesty’s Coronation Day June 2nd.
• Queensland Day is celebrated on June 6th.
• The Consort of the Sovereign’s birthday is June 10th.
• King’s birthday weekend, June Monday holiday
• United Nations Day is celebrated on October 24 (the United Nations Flag should be honoured).
• Remembrance Day, November 11 (flags at top of mast until 10.30am; half-mast from 10.30am to 11.02am; top of mast from 11.02am to sunset)
• The Heir Apparent’s Birthday is November 14th.

Free Queensland Flag

Do you want to proudly display the Queensland flag? The Queensland Government provides free state flags to a variety of select organisations throughout the state.

You can request a free flag from your local State Member of Parliament (Here) if you are a school, a recognised educational establishment, youth organisation, a community service group, a charity, a sporting club, or a local government authority. Other groups can be considered on their own merits, but if a group is engaged in commercial activities, it is not eligible for a free flag.

It’s never been easier to show your appreciation for Queensland and everything it has to offer. With a state flag flying high, you can show your pride in everything our state stands for.

Contact your member of Parliament to request your free Queensland state flag. Together, we can proudly and honourably fly the flag of our great state.

Flag Flying Guide

• Other national flags should be flown on separate staffs at the same height. All flags should be the same size if possible. The national flag of Australia should be hoisted first and lowered last.
• The flag should always be flown or displayed with dignity, and flags should never be used to unveil a monument or plaque, used as a table or seat cover, or allowed to fall to or lie on the ground.
• Unless properly illuminated, flags should not be flown at night.
• It is best to avoid flying multiple flags from the same halyard.
• A tattered or dilapidated flag should not be flown or displayed. When a flag no longer serves its purpose, it should be destroyed privately.