Symbolic Meaning
The symbolic meaning of the flag colours (as stated by Harold Thomas) is:
- Black: Represents the Aboriginal people of Australia
- Red: Represents the red earth, the red ochre and a spiritual relation to the land
- Yellow: Represents the Sun, the giver of life and protector
Read more about this topic: Australian Aboriginal Flag
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