What is the largest star on Australia's flag known as?

Answer 1

The main star formation on the Australian flag, to the right of the Union Jack, is the constellation known as the Southern Cross. This constellation of five stars can be seen only from the Southern Hemisphere and is a reminder of Australia's geography.

The star below the Union Jack is not part of the formation. Known as the Commonwealth Star, or Federation Star, it is separate. Six of the points of the Federation star represent each of the states, whilst the seventh point represents all Australia's territories, both mainland and external (offshore) territories.

Answer 2

The largest star on Australia's flag is known as the Commonwealth Star or Federation star. The seven points of the Commonwealth Star represent each of the six states, while the seventh point represents all the mainland and offshore territories.

Answer 3

The Southern Cross is the constellation on Australia's flag. Visible only in the southern hemisphere and lower latitudes of the northern hemisphere, it was an important navigational guide for sailors investigating the "Great South Land" hundreds of years ago.

Answer 4

The constellation on the Australian flag is the Southern Cross.