That the burning or defacement of the national flag provokes such visceral shock says much about its enduring power as a civic symbol.
Early in September Australia commemorated two of its national symbols. September 1 was National Wattle Day, in recognition of Australia’s national floral emblem, the Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha).
Australia has a compelling story to tell as an independent and incredibly successful country. Yet its current flag doesn’t reflect this.
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