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Official State Badge: The official state badge is a floral emblem, the waratah (Telopea speciosissima). The Waratah is a large shrub which is native to the Sydney basin and a symbol of resilience and beauty, representing the rugged character and natural beauty of New South Wales.
State Floral Emblem: The state flower is also the waratah (Telopea speciosissima). It was chosen as the official floral emblem in 1962.
State Animal Emblem: The state animal emblem is the platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus). It was declared as the official state emblem in 2004. The platypus is an unusual and distinctive mammal found in eastern Australia, including in the waterways of New South Wales. It is known for its unique features such as a duck-like bill and webbed feet.
State Tree Emblem: The state tree is the flooded gum (Eucalyptus grandis). It was declared as the official tree emblem in 2005. The flooded gum is a tall, evergreen tree commonly found along rivers and floodplains in coastal areas of New South Wales and Queensland.
State Gemstone Emblem: The official state gemstone is the sapphire. Sapphires are gemstones found in blue and other colours, and are associated with the blue hues of the sea along the New South Wales coastline.
State Marine and Freshwater Fish: There are two officially recognised marine and freshwater fish emblems for New South Wales:
State Colours: The official state colours are sky blue and gold. These colours were derived from the state badge, which features sky blue waratah flowers and gold stems and leaves.
These emblems are recognised symbols that represent the natural and cultural heritage of New South Wales and are celebrated and showcased in various official capacities.