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Who lives here..Whos been here...
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Copyright: Dawn McKenzie Wykes (Dawn) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1220 W: 110 N: 3216] (16019)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-05-08
Categories: Daily Life
Camera: Canon EOS 30D, Canon 70-300mm DO IS USM, Heliopan UV
Exposure: f/10.0, 1/200 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2007-05-14 0:36
Viewed: 297
Points: 26
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
...New Zealand.

Here flies the New Zealand Flag, On top of my neighbours house actually..taken one sunny day just recently...

Would love to see comments/criqtues from all Kiwis, those who live here, or those who have been here, and those who want to come here...

Proud to be a Kiwi (New Zealander).


For those who love to read stuff:

The New Zealand Flag is the symbol of the realm government and people of New Zealand. Its royal blue background is reminiscent of the blue sea and clear sky surrounding us. The stars of the Southern Cross emphasise this country's location in the South Pacific Ocean. The Union Flag gives recognition to our historical foundations and the fact that New Zealand was once a British colony and dominion.
The New Zealand Flag may be flown on any day of the year. It is particularly appropriate to fly it on days of national commemoration, such as Anzac Day, and on other important occasions.
As New Zealand's national symbol the New Zealand Flag should be treated in a manner worthy of its high status. The Flags, Emblems, and Names Protection Act 1981, administered by the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, defines and protects the Flag. Contained in the Act is the power to prosecute those who misuse it.
12 June 2002 marked the centenary of the New Zealand Flag, which became our official flag amidst the pomp and patriotism surrounding the South African War. To mark this occasion, the Ministry delved into the maritime origins of the New Zealand Flag and looked at the history of previous flags used in New Zealand, including that chosen by the United Tribes in 1834 to be the first flag of New Zealand.
From these early beginnings, the New Zealand Flag has gone on to represent New Zealand in almost every arena, perhaps most notably on the battlefield and the sports field. 100 years on, it continues to provide a tangible link to New Zealand across the world, from some of the most remote regions of Antarctica to the September 11 rubble of the World Trade Center towers in New York.
The Union Jack became the official flag of New Zealand in 1840, and was used for all appropriate occasions on shore. At sea, New Zealand was represented by British naval or maritime flags until the Colonial Naval Defence Act became law in 1865. The Union Jack remained New Zealand's flag until the passing of the New Zealand Ensign Act instituted the current flag in 1902.
It continued to be used regularly in New Zealand well into the 1950s, instead of, or in tandem with the New Zealand Flag. Today, the Union Jack is most commonly seen in New Zealand when a member of the Royal Family, or other distinguished British guest, is visiting. It can be difficult to fly correctly due to its non-symmetrical design.
The first Union flag or Union Jack was created by James I in 1606 to represent his new realm of England and Scotland, and was, fittingly, based on the flags of the patron saints of the two countries, St George and St Andrew. The addition of Ireland to the Kingdom of Great Britain in 1801 saw St Patrick's cross incorporated into the design, forming the Union flag which is still used today. Following the creation of the modern Union flag, it was frequently used by the Navy and the name 'Union Jack' is believed to derive from the Navy's use of the flag on the jackstaff of its vessels. In 1908, the British Parliament officially approved the name 'Union Jack' for the flag.

Info taken from: http://www.mch.govt.nz/nzflag/
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To Bianca: thank uDawn 1 05-16 03:04
To rewshearer: Dont like it...Dawn 2 05-14 05:53
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Hi Dawn, Excellent portrayal of our NZ flag! A crystal clear sunny day and very sharp image too.
Yes! Proud to be a Kiwi in our great little country tucked away in this corner of the world!
TFS. Cheers, Pat.

Hey Dawn
Magnificent capture! great Composition & sharpness. I really love the Blue on the Sky blue background. Just seeing the flag flying like that makes me Proud to be a KIWI!
Go NEW ZEALAND!!!

There's a piece written in "How Did It Begin?" by Dr R & L Brasch regarding the Australian flag (being very similar to our NZ flag) stating that it was designed in a competition originally won by five people... one of them being a youth from Auckland, New Zealand. I wander if this same person had any influence on our own national flag?

Cheers
Tony

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  • WTS Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 292 W: 67 N: 243] (1215)
  • [2007-05-14 1:41]

Hi Dawn, just like I mentioned to Janice, I have not been to your site in a while, so I'm catching up.
I enjoy reading so this article was informative,I do have some friends who live there, I wish I could afford to go there (does that count)
Nice photo, great contrast in the BG and subject.
Wayne

nice clear blue pic.
I have live in auckland all my life, always proud to be a kiwi :)

Hi Dawn

Always PROUD to be Kiwi. We live in a magical part of the world and have some awesome friends.... aye, buddy!!

Hi Dawn.
Very pure and sharp shot. Great colour and composition. Well done. tfs. b rgds. Stefan

I'm standing as I type this Dawn, I salute you.
I would have liked to see a little more flagpole though.
Great idea,
Peter.

You know ... I don't really like our flag.

I know, I know, heresy, wash my mouth out ... but it's not especially inspiring, and I think my problem is with the Union Jack in the corner. I saw an alternative design with a stylised silver fern sweeping up in the Union Jack's place - it was beautiful!

Still, a lovely shot with good saturation and sharpness.

Rew

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3183 W: 224 N: 6855] (27193)
  • [2007-05-14 4:43]

Nice, bright, NZ flag Dawn. Looks good flying like this - neat sky too.
I'm saluting. . .
That's the trouble with this flag and Australia's - they are too similar. Give me a clean green/silver Fern on the flag, and I'll be happy.
Kia ora
Janice

I think I'd have cropped off more of the sky and left more below the flag showing, IMHO.

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  • cyiu Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 247 W: 0 N: 47] (1098)
  • [2007-05-14 7:54]

Nice composition and exposure

Well Taken

Chris

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  • milas Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2152 W: 379 N: 2133] (22986)
  • [2007-05-14 12:05]

Hi Dawn;
verynice photo..selamlar

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  • jawa Gold Star Critiquer [C: 1679 W: 0 N: 1] (10933)
  • [2007-05-15 6:06]

Hi Dawn
very orgioneel.
Gr Jos
P**

Hi Dawn,

Well, how can I not react? Although I now live in the Netherlands most of my family and a lot of friends live in NZ, and I still and will always feel like a real kiwi-girl! You captured the NZ flag well Dawn! Congrats, Bianca. :-)

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