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The national flag of New Zealand and Tino Rangatiratanga flag flying on Auckland Harbour Bridge, on Waitangi Day, 2012. This is a list of flags of New Zealand. It includes flags that either have been in use or are currently used by institutions, local authorities, or the government of New Zealand.
The flag of New Zealand (Māori: te haki o Aotearoa), also known as the New Zealand Ensign, [1] is based on the British maritime Blue Ensign – a blue field with the Union Jack in the canton or upper hoist corner – augmented or defaced with four red stars centred within four white stars, representing the Southern Cross constellation.
The Town Hall Organ, dating from 1911, is the largest musical instrument in the country, [5] and is itself a 'Protected Object' in New Zealand law. It was funded by former mayor of Auckland Henry Brett , designed by English organist Edwin Lemare and constructed by Norwich pipe organ manufacturer Norman and Beard .
Pages in category "City and town halls in New Zealand" The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. ... Wellington Town Hall; Clock Tower Chambers
Media in category "Images in the public domain in New Zealand" The following 112 files are in this category, out of 112 total. A. A. Adams of West Coast in 1932.png 404 × 626; 532 KB
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A European woman and a Māori chief flank the left and right sides, identifying New Zealand as a bicultural nation (European New Zealanders and Māori). The figures are supported by the silver fern, a native plant. The St Edward's Crown is a reminder that New Zealand is a constitutional monarchy. [4] National anthems "God Defend New Zealand"
However the New Zealand Historic Places Trust (since renamed to Heritage New Zealand) persuaded the City Council to retain the Town Hall. As part of the creation of Civic Square, the Town Hall underwent full refurbishment in 1991–1992. The building was closed to the public after the 2013 Seddon earthquake for extensive strengthening work. In ...