A blue field with the Union Jack in the canton, a large white seven-point Commonwealth Star below, and the Southern Cross constellation on the fly side. The Union Jack reflects historical ties to Britain. The Commonwealth Star's seven points represent the six states and the federal territories. The Southern Cross identifies Australia geographically. Chosen through a 1901 design competition and finalised in 1909. The Commonwealth Star originally had six points, gaining its seventh when the territories were formalised. Practise the Australia flag in the Flagzio Oceania flag quiz across all eight game modes.