Union Jack flag
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Long story short. Went to a party a few months back. It was a UK-theme party and got drunk. There were Union Jacks around and I nicked one. Took it home.
When we signed two new English players I told myself: "wow- finally I can put that flag to use!!".
So I took it to the stadium. Kept it in my pocket hoping that Greenacre or Ifill gave me a chance to wave it.
Ifill scored, so I waved it and was real happy.
Ifill scored, so I waved it and was real happy.
Here comes a stewart: " Sorry mate, but you can't actually wave that as it is not a British event" (actual quote). I was happy and couldn't care less but he and his mate were HUGE, so decided that arguing wasn't going to get me anywhere and I put it away.
But the question remains? What kind of rule/law is that? Thought NZ was part of the Commonwealth or somethink. Thought the Queen was still the Head of State. Thought all these things yet I couldn't wave a Union Jack?
I mean, it could have been a lot worse, right? I could have had a flag with a swastika on it, or even an Aussie flag, but no it was only a Union Jack.
I mean, it could have been a lot worse, right? I could have had a flag with a swastika on it, or even an Aussie flag, but no it was only a Union Jack.
What's the reason behind this?
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If the flag had writing over it, (eg Welcome to NZ Ifill, Greenacre"it would have been counted as a banner and been fine AFAIK.
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Stick Greenacre on one side and Paul Ifill on the other.
You know we belong together...
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cool, thanks guys I will do.
I still find this all too bizarre to be honest!
Anyway, I kinda asked permission to take the flag, so it's not technically stealing :)
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haha is the flag from jim's by chance?
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haha is the flag from jim's by chance?
[whistles nonchalantly and looks down, then kicks a rock and puts his hands in his pocket. Then starts whistling again...]
He said he didn't mind :)
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Anytime PC Bother boys tell you to put something away tell them to try putting it away themselves and I'll help you out (unless theyre security, they tackle girls for fun).
PC Bullies make me mad!
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Your better off using a St George flag, as they are both English, and not Welsh, Scottish or Northern Irish.
Its a bit like flying an australian flag to represent a NZ'er.
Its a bit like flying an australian flag to represent a NZ'er.
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FFA has a policy on flags - only NZ or Australian flags are permitted at the venue http://www.footballaustralia.com.au/site/_content/document/00000028-source.pdf
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The rule makes sense in Australia with their history of 'ethnic' clubs but here in NZ it's kind of ridiculous.
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Yeah, but you can't have one rule for some and not for others...
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Yeah, agreed. Rules make sense in Australia but they have to be consistent for the whole league don't they.
Edit: Bet me to it.
Speaking of rules for some and not others, I'm not complaining that the Phoenix get Aus/NZers to both not count as imports. A bit different in a few ways though.
loyalgunner2009-08-17 10:36:21
Edit: Bet me to it.
Speaking of rules for some and not others, I'm not complaining that the Phoenix get Aus/NZers to both not count as imports. A bit different in a few ways though.
loyalgunner2009-08-17 10:36:21
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[QUOTE=fever]FFA has a policy on flags - only NZ or Australian flags are permitted at the venue http://www.footballaustralia.com.au/site/_content/document/00000028-source.pdf[/QUOTE]
So they weren't talking out of their arse. At least they were following instructions.
I really wonder if they would to the same to a St George's cross. I really think it would be cool to see a few more flags at the stadium, including Nz flags. After all we represent NZ, England, now Malta, Brazil and partly Barbados. Aussie doesn't count.
I really wonder if they would to the same to a St George's cross. I really think it would be cool to see a few more flags at the stadium, including Nz flags. After all we represent NZ, England, now Malta, Brazil and partly Barbados. Aussie doesn't count.
Flags make the zone look even more colourful and I reckon they are a boost to the players, cause they're mainly aimed at them!
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Yeah, but you can't have one rule for some and not for others...
unless its to do with youth leagues, or champions league places.
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Yeah, but you can't have one rule for some supporters and not for others...
unless its to do with youth leagues, or champions league places.
Fixed.
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try a swastika flag with Smetlz on it for the GCU game
Founder
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Or get a yellow, black and white union flag made!
When Hibs, went up, to win the Scottish Cup - I wisnae there - furfuxake!
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[QUOTE=fever]FFA has a policy on flags - only NZ or Australian flags are permitted at the venue http://www.footballaustralia.com.au/site/_content/document/00000028-source.pdf[/QUOTE]
So they weren't talking out of their arse. At least they were following instructions.
I really wonder if they would to the same to a St George's cross. I really think it would be cool to see a few more flags at the stadium, including Nz flags. After all we represent NZ, England, now Malta, Brazil and partly Barbados. Aussie doesn't count.
I really wonder if they would to the same to a St George's cross. I really think it would be cool to see a few more flags at the stadium, including Nz flags. After all we represent NZ, England, now Malta, Brazil and partly Barbados. Aussie doesn't count.
Flags make the zone look even more colourful and I reckon they are a boost to the players, cause they're mainly aimed at them!
Looks like the intent of the policy does not match the reality of the intent! Might be different in Oz e.g. a few years ago with differnt ethnic tensions at matches but if they are there to show support for players that's got to be a positive.
Looking at the policy c) and e) are proably breached in all the matches. And surely when the nix are winning with 10/5 minutes to go then the FZ breaches f):
comply with any terms of entry of a venue, including bag inspections, prohibited and restricted items such as flares, missiles, dangerous articles and items that have the potential to cause injury or public nuisance
(my eyes will never be the same again!)
"Phoenix till they lose"
Posting 97% bollox, 8% lies and 3.658% genuine opinion.
Genuine opinion: FTFFA
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Just tell them it actually is the NZ flag....just the top left corner of it.....
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Matt Damon.
SurgeQld2009-08-17 15:36:40
SurgeQld2009-08-17 15:36:40
E + R + O
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I suggest you refer security to the Ministry of Culture and Heritage:
http://www.mch.govt.nz/nzflag/other-flags.html
"It is only appropriate to fly the Union Jack where a direct link still exists with the United Kingdom or in recognition of a distinguished British visitor."
http://www.mch.govt.nz/nzflag/other-flags.html
"It is only appropriate to fly the Union Jack where a direct link still exists with the United Kingdom or in recognition of a distinguished British visitor."
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GET "WELLINGTON PHOENIX FC" Printed across the Red bit!
"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009
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Just bring this to the next game.
but get EDUARDO printed on it
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it's pc madness - the flags add colour & atmosphere -
red badge joy germs!
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Let the fun police ban this one!
We're the WELLINGTON Phoenix
And this is our Home
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I suppose it's a Rangers flag, but still seems a bit ridiculous.
If we brought a Brazilian flag for Diego we'd get told it's not a Brazilian event and the flag taken away?
WTF?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
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I suppose it's a Rangers flag, but still seems a bit ridiculous.
they let the Batacuda drum nuts wave Brazilian flags dont they?If we brought a Brazilian flag for Diego we'd get told it's not a Brazilian event and the flag taken away?
WTF?
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Taking that to an illogical conclusion, would they also ban people from wearing the shirts of international teams, other than NZ or Australia, to A League games?
Apparently I'm apathetic, but I couldn't care less.
"Being a Partick Thistle fan sets you apart. It means youre a free thinker. It also means your team has no money." Tim Luckhurst, The Independent, 4th December 2003
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Maybe we should call ourselves "Melbourne Victory", cry to the FFA about never being allowed to do anything, then if we don't get our way have a silent protest in the Fever Zone!
Is that how it works KP?
"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009
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Just bring this to the next game.
Apparently I'm apathetic, but I couldn't care less.
"Being a Partick Thistle fan sets you apart. It means youre a free thinker. It also means your team has no money." Tim Luckhurst, The Independent, 4th December 2003
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Maybe we should call ourselves "Melbourne Victory", cry to the FFA about never being allowed to do anything, then if we don't get our way have a silent protest in the Fever Zone!
Is that how it works KP?
It also helps if you're the competition's most successful club with the largest fan base.
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Im gonna wave a peice of cloth on a 1 metre pole that says "This aint a Flag!"
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Im gonna wave a peice of cloth on a 1 metre pole that says "This aint a Flag!"
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Taking that to an illogical conclusion, would they also ban people from wearing the shirts of international teams, other than NZ or Australia, to A League games?
good point. PC is going too far.
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