National Symbols
The Torres Strait Islander Flag
The Torres Strait Islander Flag represents the peoples of the Torres Strait. It features green panels for the land, blue for the sea, black lines for the people, a white dhari (headdress) and a five-pointed star.
Key facts
- ◆ Green panels represent the land and blue the sea.
- ◆ The white dhari (dancer's headdress) is a symbol of Torres Strait Islander people.
- ◆ The five-pointed star represents the island groups and is used for navigation.
- ◆ It is one of the official flags of Australia.