Aboriginal Umbrella Size:Large Red: represents the red earth

Red: represents the red earth

Four White Stars (Southern Cross):Depict the Southern Cross constellation

with the nation's name on a scroll below

Cross: The cross on the six-pointed star in the middle symbolizes the nation

Golden Canoe (Vaka): Symbolizes Tokelau's Polynesian heritage and seafaring traditions

Aboriginal Umbrella Size:Large Red: represents the red earthDesign Elements and Their Meanings Black: represents the Aboriginal people of Australia. Red: represents the red earth, the red ochre used in ceremonies and Aboriginal peoples spiritual relation to the land. Yellow disk: represents the Sun, the giver of life and protector.