The Flag of Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island, a small island in the Pacific Ocean, has a complex history of settlement, including periods of use as a penal colony. The current flag was officially adopted on January 17, 1980. Prior to this, as a territory of Australia, the island did not have its own unique flag and generally used the Australian national flag for official purposes. The adoption of its own flag was a step towards asserting its distinct cultural identity and heritage. The design, highlighting the native Norfolk Island pine, is a potent symbol of the island's environment and its people's attachment to their land.