The 2026 Our Animals, Our Country five-coin set being released on Wednesday, celebrates Australia’s native wildlife and the Indigenous language that connects people to Country.

The coins were designed in collaboration with Ryhia Dank (professionally known as nardurna), a contemporary artist who grew up in Borroloola (Gudanji Country), a remote community in the Northern Territory.

The five-coin set features the red kangaroo (marraji), emu (jagurrugurru), saltwater crocodile (mardumbarrayi), brolga (darramanji) and long-necked turtle (gulamandarrina), with each animal’s name presented in Gudanji language.

There’s also a one-in-ten chance of receiving a special coloured print coin featuring the saltwater crocodile, which replaces the non-coloured version.

For collectors wanting to explore the program further, additional products include $1 Privy Mark Uncirculated Coins featuring the five animal designs, a $2 Coloured Proof Coin and a $2 Silver Coloured Proof Coin. The proof coins feature a jurrgubadi or goanna.

Royal Australian Mint Chief Executive Officer, Emily Martin, said there was something really special about the joy of finding a coloured coin in your change.

“It’s an unexpected little surprise that can brighten your day, and I hope Australians have fun looking out for the colourful goanna coin when they shop at Australia Post.

“The Our Animals, Our Country collection is a gorgeous celebration of Australia’s native animals, brought to life through Ryhia Dank’s beautiful artwork. I love that each coin also introduces us to the Gudanji name for these familiar animals, giving families and collectors something lovely to discover together,” Ms Martin said.

Here’s how to join the fun: head to Australia Post, buy the Our Animals, Our Country coin set, pay with cash and also check your change. You could collect the special coloured $2 goanna till coin while you’re there.

Whether you’re a lifelong collector, starting a collection with the family or simply love Australia’s incredible wildlife, 2026 Our Animals, Our Country is an opportunity to bring a little piece of our natural and cultural heritage home.

How to get your collectible coin

EQL BALLOT

Opens: Monday, 2 November at 8.30am
Closes: Tuesday, 3 November at 8.30am

Register for the EQL ballot through the Royal Australian Mint website. The draw will take place immediately after the ballot closes and successful entrants will be notified by email.

Register at: www.ramint.gov.au

On sale Wednesday, 4 November from 8:30am

Available from:

• Mint Shop – Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
• Mint Contact Centre – 1300 652 020
• Australia Post – participating stores

Check Your Change: 4 November from 8:30am

Available from:

• Australia Post – participating stores

About the Royal Australian Mint 

Australia is a nation of collectors, and coins are among its most collected items. The Royal Australian Mint sits at the centre of this national passion as an award-winning, world-class organisation and a global leader in the minting industry.

The Mint produces circulating coins for Australia and other countries, collectible and investment coins for domestic and international customers, and custom-made medals, medallions and tokens for individual or corporate clients. 

It is also a national cultural attraction that educates millions of Australians and international visitors about the history of Australia’s decimal currency, and the significance and value of coins.