On our flag is a 7 point star. 1 point each for 6 states and the last for the territories ie NT and ACT.
--Previous Message-- : According to the information given to GillW : the 6 opals were meant to represent the 6 : separate states of Australia (we are now 7 : states) As far as I know opals are not found : every where in Australia. : : On a quick internet search tonight I found : this site with a map. : : http://www.opalsdownunder.com.au/learn-about-opals/intermediate/australian-opal-mining-fields : : I have no idea if it is accurate, but it : suggests that opals have been commercially : mined only in New South Wales, South : Australia and Queensland. : : :