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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?
- There is lots of information available at http://www.centenary.gov.au/,
have a look at Australian Symbols.
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
The badges of the 6 states are enclosed in the shield.
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New South Wales : Golden Lion on a red St.George's Cross, with a star
at each extremity of the cross.
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Victoria : White Southern Cross on a blue background with an Imperial
Crown.
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Queensland : Blue Maltese Cross with am Imperial Crown at the centre
on a white background.
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South Australia : A piping shrike (white backed magpie) with outstretched
wings on a yellow background.
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Western Australia : Black Swan swimming on a background of yellow.
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Tasmaina : Red Lion against a white background.
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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.
LEADERS LINKS :
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:
GOLD Test 6.
Reproduce in an art form, the Australian Coat of Arms using the correct colours
ACHEIVEMENT: Animals & Birds
RED Level 1(d). Name the animals on the Australian Coat of Arms
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