Did you know, the Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha) is Australia’s national floral emblem?
The first day of September marks National Wattle Day. This annual celebration commemorates the seasonal change by recognising our national floral emblem and all that it represents for the Australian people. The golden wattle is a symbol of unity and resilience in the face of harsh conditions including droughts, wind and bushfires. Its resilience echoes the spirit of the Australian people.
Wattle was first included on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms in 1912 and proclaimed Australia’s national floral emblem on 1 September 1988.
Today, you will see wattle depicted on Australian coins, medals and works of art. Its colours of green and gold are even worn by Australian Olympians and national sporting teams.
You can celebrate our national floral emblem on the first day of September with National Wattle Day.
Learn more about our national floral emblem at Australian floral emblem.