We along with plenty of newsXpress shops are grateful to be able to exclusively offer the 50c NAIDOC coin in change we give to customers from tomorrow. While there will be many visiting to buy the coin due to its rarity in circulation, it’s available for change only. By giving it only as change customers who purchase something, we help the celebratory coin reach more people.
It’s been wonderful working with the Royal Australian Mint on this project, moving sought-after this circulating currency around the country to shops so that Aussies can access the coin. It’s not been like moving regular product. There is the value consideration as well as weight.
The design symbolises the care, strength and rich culture of our many Indigenous communities. The strong ‘50’ at the centre of the coin highlights the strong history of the National NAIDOC Committee, while the gathering of the 10 individuals in blue at the bottom of the coin represents the coming together of the committee in collaboration.