Australian Flag Flypast

Look to the skies as a giant Australian Flag soars above Sydney and the NSW coastline in a spectacular aerial tribute.
helicopter with flag

When

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26 January 2027

Where

The Skies of Sydney Harbour

Sydney, NSW, 2000

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A stirring tribute in the skies above Sydney

Look to the skies as the Australian Flag Flypast makes its way across the NSW coastline in one of Australia's most iconic Australia Day traditions.

Suspended beneath a Royal Australian Navy helicopter, a giant Australian National Flag soars above beaches, waterways and communities, creating a powerful and memorable sight for thousands of spectators below.

Beginning at Middle Head, the flypast travels across Sydney's northern beaches, over Sydney Harbour and south towards Nowra, offering a unique opportunity for people across the region to share in this symbolic tribute to the nation.

Whether viewed from the harbour foreshore, coastal lookouts or vantage points along the flight path, the Australian Flag Flypast is a striking reminder of the connections, communities and shared moments that bring Australians together on 26 January.

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