text: That always puzzled me too. Obviously neither of their flags includes such colors. So whats the deal then? They both have horrendous kits by the way. Ughh\n\nWell I did some research:\n\nAustrailia:\n"Green and gold are the national colours of Australia, as proclaimed by Sir Ninian Stephen, the Governor General of Australia on 19 April 1984. The exact colours were specified as being Pantone Matching System numbers 116C and 348C. Green and gold are also the traditional team colours of Australian national sporting teams. Nearly every current Australian national sports teams wears "The Green and Gold", although the hues and proportions of the two colours may vary between teams and across eras. It is widely believed that the colours were chosen because they are the dominant colours of Australia's floral emblem, the Golden Wattle."\nSource:  http://wikipedia.com\n\nHolland/Netherlands: Why orange?\n\nBecause it's the national color of The Netherlands, and de Heers are Dutch!\n\nFacts About Orange in The Netherlands\nThe family name of the Dutch Royal family is van Oranje Nassau, where Oranje is Dutch for orange. They are also referred to as The House of Orange, just as the royals in England are referred to as The House of Windsor. \nDuring Dutch holidays, one often sees orange banners hanging alongside the red, white, and blue Dutch flag in recognition of The House of Orange. \nThe national Dutch soccer team wears orange jerseys. \nSource: http://deheer.com/orange.html\n\nHope this helps...and gets me best answer!! :-P