About National Flag Day
Australian National Flag Day, proclaimed in 1996 as a national day, celebrates the first time the flag was flown on 3 September 1901. On that day Prime Minister Edmund Barton announced the winners of a competition to design a flag for Australia.
Other Observances on September 3rd 2025
Merchant Navy Day
Merchant Navy Day is observed in the UK and Canada, honouring the sacrifices made during war and conflict.
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