[1] The current version of the arms was granted 28 March 1978 in the royal warrant issued by Queen Elizabeth II.

[2] The helm facing to the left is situated above the shield and is bearing the torse and originates from the frequent illustrations of early arms incorporating a helmet.

[4] The crest is a kangaroo holding St Edward's Crown, on a wreath or torse of azure (blue) and silver, which are the official colours of the state.

The figure on the left, dexter, wears a laurel wreath crown along with a silver gown and an azure stole whilst holding a branch of olive.

The figure corresponding, sinister wears a chaplet of corn along with a silver gown and gules stole whist grasping onto a cornucopia.

One of the designers of the flag, Ivor William Evans at age 14, intended for the Southern Cross to represent the four cardinal values by Dante: prudence, temperance, justice and fortitude.

The symbolic languages of flora such as pink heath was originally a reflection of the Enlightenment's interests in astronomy and natural history.

[12] During the meeting of representatives of Victorian government departments, societies, and individuals in 1951, it was declared that the pink heath be adopted as the official floral emblem for the state of Victoria.

Without much difficulty all elements of the state badge were implemented, and the design had been approved by the 23rd premier of Victoria, John Murray, by February 1910.

[5] By 6 June 1910, King George V had signed a royal warrant granting the state of Victoria an armorial identification.

[7] It was only until 11 November 1958 when the pink form of the common heath became the proclaimed floral emblem of Victoria, the desire of this flower to be included in the armorial bearing rose.

[4] Meeting the desires of adding the formally proclaimed floral emblem of Victoria, Queen Elizabeth II had issued a royal warrant on 28 March 1973.

This royal warrant had added the pink heath along with a grassy mound compartment to provide a base for the supporters and the flower.

[18] For the use of the arms, formal requests must be submitted, addressing the executive director, Strategic Communication, Engagement and Protocol Branch and Department of Premier and Cabinet through writing.