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Our School Flags

Tino Rangatiratanga Flag

Since 1990, the Tino rangatiratanga flag has been used by some Maori as an alternative to the official New Zealand flag, and a symbol of Maori independence. Tino rangatiratanga's closest English translation is self-determination, although some refer to it as "absolute sovereignty" or "Maori independence".

Chosen through a competition, this New Zealand flag uses black to represent potentiality, white to represent the physical world of light and understanding, red to represent open daylight (representing the achievement of full potential and understanding), and the Koru, a spiral-like shape representing the unfolding of new life.

 

The silver fern flag is often seen at sporting fixtures involving New Zealand teams or individuals. There are many variations, but it is typically the image of a silver fern on a black background. Although it has no formal recognition, many regard it as the unofficial flag of New Zealand.

The Silver Fern

The silver fern flag is often seen at sporting fixtures involving New Zealand teams or individuals. There are many variations, but it is typically the image of a silver fern on a black background. Although it has no formal recognition, many regard it as the unofficial flag of New Zealand.

A symbol of national pride, the silver fern emblem is also incorporated into the logos of many New Zealand sporting teams, including the All Blacks rugby team.

The New Zealand Flag – The Blue Ensign

The official New Zealand flag was first used in 1869. It is based on the British blue ensign with the Union Flag (also known as the Union Jack) in the upper left corner, and four red stars with white borders to the right. These stars represent the constellation of Crux, the Southern Cross, as it seen from New Zealand.

The Koru Flag

The Koru Flag was gifted to New Zealand in 1983 by internationally known artist, architect and environmentalist Friedensreich 'Frederick' Hundertwasser in appreciation of becoming a New Zealand citizen.

The Koru Flag for New Zealand, intended to represent a combination of past heritage and future hope, can fly happily together with the official Blue Ensign without causing any offence.

Flag of the United Tribes of New Zealand

The first New Zealand flag was adopted on 9 March 1834 after a vote made by the United Tribes of New Zealand. One of three flags that were initially proposed, this flag became known as the Flag of the United Tribes of New Zealand.

To Maori, the United Tribes flag signified that Britain had recognised New Zealand as an independent nation with its own flag, and had acknowledged the mana of the Maori chief.

 

 

The Rainbow Flag

The rainbow flag has many connotations and is a sign to us of inclusivity. Children love rainbows and associate them with the world of the imagination.

Our preparation for school class is called "the Rainbow Class" and on rainbow class days we fly the rainbow flag on the main flagpole.