Mint News

One hundred years after the birth of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, two commemorative coins feature a beautiful new portrait of our longest serving monarch, framed with symbols of her life, passions and reign.

The Royal Australian Mint is proud to present two new coins celebrating our incredible 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Support Team Australia with these designs that reflect the very best of the Aussie spirit.

Koalas are symbolic of Australia’s diverse and rich wildlife. The Royal Australian Mint is proud to present the third instalment in the beloved Koala series: the 2026 Koala Series.

Australia’s turbo-charged motoring culture has always been a high-octane affair. Visit the Mint and view our Pedal to the Metal display, which highlights our historical collection of motor-themed coins. For a limited time only.

The Mint is proud to announce our 2026 annual theme: Sixty Years of Australian Decimal Currency. Sixty years ago, Australia made the switch from pounds, shillings and pence to a modern system of dollars and cents. Join us in celebrating 60 years of Australian decimal currency and the integral part the Royal Australian Mint has played in its story.

The Mint is proud to present our 2026 50c coloured uncirculated Celebrations coin, following the popularity of our 2025 edition. Gift it to someone special, or keep it as your own, as a reminder of progress, joy and meaningful life chapters.

It’s the busiest time of the year. Read our latest update on Christmas shipping and delivery timeframes for our eShop and Call Centre.

The Royal Australian Mint is proud to present these beautiful coins as part of its annual baby coin program. This year sees the return of the Mint’s Aussie Bubs – a delightful gang of baby Australian animals, here to celebrate the arrival of a new baby.

Eighty years on, we remember the Australians who served and sacrificed in the Second World War. This commemorative coin features a wreath of red poppies – one poppy for each decade that has passed since the end of the war.

The sixth sign in the Chinese Zodiac is the serene snake. The snake is said to be wise, calm and observant, characteristics which it shares with those born under this sign. This coin depicts the creative snake, entwined amongst auspicious bamboo, a symbol of virtue. Good luck and good fortune for 2025.

The Heeler household loves the festive season and embraces all the joy and fun that Christmas brings.

Buckle up for a road trip around Australia by collecting all ten coins saluting some of your favourite ‘Big Things’. From The Big Barramundi in the Northern Territory to Tasmania’s The Big Penguin, this collection pays tribute to a quirky and much-loved Australian phenomenon that has enthralled Australians and visitors since the 1960s.