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The shape and flag ratio of the New Zealand flag is described as 1:2 ( length twice the height ) The left half of the flag ( viewer's left side ) is called the Hoist and pictures the flag of the UK in the upper hoist-side quadrant (canton) with four red five-pointed stars edged in white, all of the same size, centered in the outer half of the flag The stars emblem on the New Zealand flag pictures a representation of the Southern Cross constellation |
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The Meaning & History of the New Zealand Flag - The Union Jack symbolises New Zealand's Commonwealth heritage It is based on the British blue ensign as the flag was originally mainly intended for naval use The flag of New Zealand was introduced in 1869 and adopted as the national flag in 1902 |
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