Flags in the Junior School

Wonderful news!

The Junior School has a newly installed flagpole in the playground, flying the three standard flags of Australia – the Australian flag, the Indigenous flag and the Torres Strait Island flag.

These flags are an important national symbol.

The Australian flag is important because it symbolises Australia’s identity, history, and culture. It’s also a source of national pride and belonging. 

Flying the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags demonstrates Australia’s recognition of First Nation peoples, promoting a sense of community partnership and a commitment toward reconciliation.

There are protocols around the raising, flying and lowering of the flags. An order in which to do this and actions to treat the flag with respect. We were very lucky last Friday when the cadets paid a visit to the Junior School to teach the Year 5 girls the correct protocols. We appreciate the cadets’ time to do this.

Going forward, our Year 5 leaders will be charged with raising and lowering the flag each day. We know they will take this role seriously and enjoy their roles.

We sincerely thank the Junior School P&F for providing the funds to install the flags and poles. If any parent is walking through the playground, look up and enjoy the view!

– Joanne Sharpe
Deputy Head of Junior School – Wellbeing

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