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The Coat of Arms of Queensland was granted to the then Colony of Queensland in 1893. The current rendering dates from 1977.
At the top is the state badge, consisting of a Maltese Cross with a royal crown.
Two Supporters are represented. On the left is a Red Deer, an animal introduced to the colony from London, which gives a link to the Crown. On the right is the brolga, a bird native to the state, and the official state bird emblem.
A shield in the centre comprises a bulls head, a rams head, a sheaf of wheat, stalks of sugar cane, and a shaft of gold. All represent industries vital to Queenslands development.
Below the shield is a scroll emblazoned with the state motto, Audax at Fidelis, Bold but Faithful.
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