what does the nz flag mean
New Zealand Flag Meaning: The Union Jack represents New Zealand's British Commonwealth heritage. The Blue background symbolizes the sea and sky. The four stars symbolizing the constellation 'the Southern Cross', represent the stars Alpha, Beta, Gamma and Delta.he Southern Cross is a prominent constellation in the southern hemisphere, and represents New Zealand's geographical position to the rest of the world. New Zealand Antilles Flag History: The New Zealand flag was adopted on June 12, 1902 but the flag was actually introduced in 1869.