The Torres Strait Islander flag was designed by the late Bernard Namok (Thursday Island) in 1992, and has been embraced by First Peoples as a symbol of shared strength and identity. 

For those who don't know, the flag represents the Torres Strait Islander people (black stripes), the land (green stripes), and the sea (blue stripe). A dhari (headdress) is in the centre of the flag, and below that a five point star, representing the five island groups of the Torres Strait and the significance of sea navigation.

"Dad sadly passed away in ’93, he was a young 31 year old…. Dealing with the loss of a father is hard enough, but knowing what Dad has done and the pride that runs through our family, our blood, and thanks to his creation now runs through the veins of all Torres Strait Islanders, brings me great happiness."

— Bernard Namok Jnr, Torres Strait Flag Tribute, 2014