Flag of the City of Nelson

[1] The flag is flown from many public buildings and other landmarks in Nelson including Christ Church Cathedral.

It is also intended for public use and is often seen flying from private residences in the city.

The top third of the flag is blue, a colour strongly associated with Nelson including use by many sports teams.

The bottom two thirds consist of alternating blue and white horizontal wavy stripes, which represent Nelson's relationship to the sea.

Emblazoned upon the striped section is a black cross flory, taken from the arms of Lord Nelson.