Originally Posted by Tableland

It would be enough to know I invented it....he says now. Seriously though, I can't think of an Austalian symbol than can be abstracted as easily as the maple leaf, other than the boomerang which is ridiculous. France and Holland have very similar flags and Australia and NZ are similar nations, so I don't see the harm of them sharing the southern cross for the short time it takes NZ to switch its flag to the black and fern thingm, which is inevitable.

As for colours, in my opinion I don't see the problem in having blue and white. Its claim on its identity as part of the old British family is the same as Canada's red and white, after all.

But something tells me the new flag will be pretty horrid, because things have changed since the 1960s when Canada's flag was invented. Back then you didn't have 4000 minority groups all demanding representation. The new Australia flag will probably end up being red, white, blue, green, gold, black and yellow, and have the southern cross, the Commonwealth star, a boomerang, two kangaroos, a spring of wattle, a koala and a surfboard.

Stick to the southern cross! It's respected. Just look at my avatar - this is the flag of the new Australian Republic. You know it. You can feel it. Admit it!

Originally Posted by guest5234

Australia is not multicultural,

Apartheid is the right word. The assumptions underlying this racial separatism regarding the law are almost (if not equally) as racist as what was formerly practised in South Africa,they are the most disadvantaged group in Australia.

Originally Posted by guest5234

If I have to explain it to you it would prove you are obviously short of the knowledge of the UK, I will ask you to name one Country that is more Democratic then the UK and why.

Brussels does not effect our REAL laws and decisions in any way.

Originally Posted by The Woodcutter

It is generally recognised that Australia is the most democratic country in the world for the simple reason that voting in federal elections is compulsory. Turnout is thus around 95%.

In the UK turnout in general elections is around 60%

Originally Posted by Vash the Stampede

I definitely want a flag with the Commonwealth Star and the Southern Cross. But I still feel that we need... something else.

Originally Posted by Del Boy

Quite right, but what was wrong with the boxing kangaroo ?

Originally Posted by Vash the Stampede

Thanks for your opinion. Now you need to familiarise yourself with the voice of Aboriginal Australia.

You can start with Noel Pearson. A collection of his writings is available here.



This is due to many factors. It cannot be solely blamed upon the government.

The greatest threats to Aboriginal health are political apathy, welfare dependency, abandonment of cultural identity, and lack of social obligation.



That was then; this is now.

Todday's Australian Aborigines have the right - and the means - to self determination.

Originally Posted by The Woodcutter

It is generally recognised that Australia is the most democratic country in the world for the simple reason that voting in federal elections is compulsory. Turnout is thus around 95%.

In the UK turnout in general elections is around 60%

Originally Posted by guest5234

I see the voice of ONE person, he does not speak for anyone else.

Originally Posted by guest5234

And were would that be regonised........


ohhhhh white Australia

Forcing people to vote is very undemocratic. sounds very commi.

Originally Posted by The Woodcutter

It is actually recognised in several history books by UK authors.

Originally Posted by guest5234

I dont belive you, can you prove it please. with links.

Originally Posted by Tableland

You seem to be quite adept at demanding evidence and proof from people, but remarkably reluctant to provide any to support your own assertions.

Originally Posted by rugbymatt

there is very little internet connection under the bridge I fear.

Originally Posted by Vash the Stampede

Perhaps we should start a protest march: "Wi-Fi for trolls!"