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Symbols of the City

Coat of Arms
In June 1996 the Council of the City of Sydney formally adopted a new Coat of Arms and branding design for the City.

Sydney's Official Flower
Officially adopted in 1992 as part of the sesqui celebrations of Council, the Banksia Ericifolia serves as a symbol of Australia's oldest city.

Symbols of the City
Explains the history and significance of the official symbols of the City of Sydney.

The Flag of the City of Sydney
The design of the flag consists of the shield from the Arms granted by the College of Arms in London on 30th July, 1908.

 

 

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