Queensland

QUEENSLAND

Official blazon

Origin/meaning

The basic arms were granted in 1893, and are thus among the oldest in Australia. The supporters were added in 1977, at the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

The main industries in the state are shown on the arms; a bull and sheep as well as the sheaf of wheat represent the agriculture. The column of gold rising from a heap of quartz show the importance of the mining industry. The brolga (bird) is the state's official bird and represents the native population. The red deer represents the old world. The badge on top shows the Maltese cross and the royal crown, both symbolising allegiance to the Queen. The cross was one of the symbols proposed as a State badge in 1876. The sugar cane's also represent a major agricultural crop.

The motto means Bold, aye, and faithful too !.