Boomerang Test #6. Symbols of Australia
BRONZE ii.) Emblems: Tell your leader of two places where you would see the Australian Coat of Arms.
GOLD ii.) Emblems: reproduce the Australian Coat of Arms and explain the meaning of each emblem.
The Australian Coat of Arms
There is a lot more to our Coat of Arms than you might think!
There are a lot of symbols within the Commonwealth Coat of Arms. Look for;
* Something from each State in the central shield.
* Which animals are holding the shield? Why?
* What plant is behind the Coat of Arms?
A picture of the Australian Coat of Arms, to colour in.
The supporters of the shield
These are two of our best-known native animals – the kangaroo and emu. They were originally chosen because they are uniquely Australian and are found in most States and Territories. Some people also suggest that these animals were chosen because neither can move backwards easily, reflecting a nation intent on moving forward – to progress.
Australia’s floral emblem
The Golden Wattle, frames the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, with a scroll that says “Australia”. Wattle was chosen because it grows throughout Australia.
Although often seen with the wattle and scroll, it is not officially part of the Coast of Arms.
The Crest of the Arms
A seven pointed gold star on agold and blue wreath. Six points for the states and seventh for the Commonwealth Territories. This is the same star which appears on the Australian flag.
The States
New South Wales : Golden Lion on a red St.George’s Cross, with a star at each extremity of the cross.
Victoria : White Southern Cross on a blue background with an Imperial Crown.
Queensland : Blue Maltese Cross with am Imperial Crown at the centre on a white background.
South Australia : A piping shrike (white backed magpie) with outstretched wings on a yellow background.
Western Australia : Black Swan swimming on a background of yellow.
Tasmaina : Red Lion against a white background.
The Badges on the shield are enclosed by an ermine border, (ermine is a rich fur), signifying the Federation of the States into the Commonwealth.
NOTE: It is an established rule of Heraldry that Arms are personal to the Armiger. They are used by the Commonwealth to authenticate documents, to indicate ownership of property, and for other purposes. They may not be used of reproduced by others without permission.
[...] Boomerang Test #6. Symbols of Australia BRONZE i.) Flags: Show you know the composition of the Australian Flag. ii.) Emblems: Tell your leader of two places where you would see the Australian Coat of Arms. [...]