Description
The national symbol of New Zealand is recognizable worldwide, thanks to its rich rugby legacy, varied landscapes, and Māori culture. Add a piece of the land of the long white cloud to your home with a New Zealand flag!
These flags are made in the United States from nylon, a fray-resistant and lightweight fabric that flies regally even in gentle breezes. Our New Zealand flags feature a canvas heading and brass grommets for easy attachment to any outdoor flagpole. We offer this flag in sizes 12” x 18”, 2’ x 3’, 3’ x 5’, 4’ x 6’, 5’ x 8’, and 6’ x 10’. The 3’ x 5’ New Zealand flag is a bestseller among our customers and fits great on our 6’ tangle-free flagpole.
New Zealand Flag Product Details
- Made in the USA with skilled craftsmanship
- Authentic 1869 design
- 100% durable nylon
- Robust canvas heading
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
View our New Zealand flag with a gold fringe and pole sleeve for ceremonial use.
New Zealand Flag Meaning & History
New Zealand’s flag is heavily influenced by its history as a colony of the British Empire, as the design is a variant of the British maritime ‘Blue Ensign’ flag. This flag consists of a Union Jack in the upper left corner of a dark blue background. On the New Zealand flag, four red and white stars were added to represent the constellation of the Southern Cross. The current design was first used in 1869 when it was flown on ships from the colony and officially adopted on March 24, 1902.
In 2016, the national government held a referendum on changing the flag’s design. Among the plans were a flag featuring a silver fern with stars and one using a curling fern pattern known as the Māori koru. However, 57% of voters chose to keep the traditional flag design, and no changes were made.
Australian Flag vs New Zealand Flag
Similar to the flag of New Zealand, Australia's flag is based on the British Blue Ensign, as both countries were former colonies of the British Empire. It also depicts the Southern Cross, with five white stars instead of four red ones. Under the Union Jack on Australia’s flag is the Commonwealth Star, a seven-pointed star representing all Australian territories.
![New Zealand National Anthem with Lyrics in Maori & English [Most Sung Version]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/iCB-gQhWaIU/default.jpg)
Other Details
Language(s): English, Māori
Currency: New Zealand Dollar
Government: Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
Flag Meaning: The Union Jack in the corner symbolizes their past as a commonwealth. The blue background does double duty for the sky and the water that surrounds the country. The stars represent the constellation the Southern Cross.
