Town Hall flags

Town Hall flags

Community organisations can request to have flags flown on City flagpoles to mark occasions of civic, cultural or community significance.

Flags may be flown at the following locations:

  • Hobart Town Hall (Macquarie Street).
  • Hobart Town Hall banner poles.

Booking eligibility

To be considered, your request must meet the following:

  • Applications may be made by not-for-profit organisations, community groups or consulates.
  • The occasion must have civic, cultural, or community significance.
  • Requests must align with the City of Hobart's visions, mission and values.
  • Requests cannot be for political parties, commercial purposes, or activities that may cause harm or offence.

Please note:

  • the Australian National Flag is flown on a permanent basis from the Hobart Town Hall roof and Council Centre flagpoles
  • the Aboriginal Flag is flown permanently from the Town Hall parking deck Flagpole and at the front of the Town Hall
  • all flags must be of appropriate size and quality and be provided by the applicant
  • the duration of a flag booking will be determined by the CEO.

Make a booking

To request the flying of a flag, please complete the online form:

Flag flying booking application

You must submit your application at least 21 days before the requested date.

To ask about availability or for other questions phone the Office of the Lord Mayor on 03 6238 2703 or email lordmayor@hobartcity.com.au

The City will consider all applications in accordance with the Flag Management Policy(PDF, 162KB) and Australian National Flag protocols.

Half-masting

The City will observe occasions of mourning by lowering flags to half-mast, following advice from the Department of Premier and Cabinet (Tasmania) or the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet.

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