Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023

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EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

Issued by authority of the Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury

Currency Act 1965

Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023

Subsection 13(2) and section 13A of the Currency Act 1965 (the Act) provide that the Treasurer may, by legislative instrument, determine details of Australian coin characteristics including denomination, standard composition, standard weight, allowable variation from standard weight, design and dimensions.

The purpose of this legislative instrument is to determine the characteristics of 29 new non-circulating coins proposed to be issued by the Royal Australian Mint.

The Treasurer may authorise the making and issuing of coins specified, or taken to be specified, in the Schedule to the Currency Act 1965.  A payment of money is a legal tender if it is made in coins that are made and issued under the Currency Act 1965.  Through the issue of a currency determination, the Treasurer can add, remove and alter the coin characteristics specified, or taken to be specified, in the Schedule to the Currency Act 1965.

In accordance with section 19 of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901, any Minister in the Treasury portfolio may, by legislative instrument, determine details of Australian coin characteristics.

Details of the legislative instrument are set out in the Attachment.

The legislative instrument commenced on the day after it was registered on the Federal Register of Legislation.

The legislative instrument is subject to disallowance under section 42 of the Legislation Act 2003.

The Determination is a legislative instrument for the purposes of the Legislation Act 2003. The Determination is not subject to sunsetting under the Legislation Act 2003 on the grounds that the instrument ensures economic certainty (see Legislation (Exemptions and Other Matters) Regulation 2015). The instrument’s operation is integral in ensuring that the currency produced by the Mints becomes, and remains, legal tender unless or until returned to a mint to be taken out of circulation in accordance with the Currency Act 1965.

Consultation

No public consultation was undertaken in relation to this legislative instrument. The effect of this instrument is to determine details of new Australian coin characteristics which will enable the Royal Australian Mint to continue its production of circulating and numismatic coins.

Members of the public have the opportunity to contact the Royal Australian Mint to present any themes they would like to see commemorated on Australian legal tender. These concepts are then researched and assessed in accordance with the Royal Australian Mint’s Coin Design Policy. The Royal Australian Mint also uses market-based tools to identify interested parties and gauge interest in coin themes.

 

Statement of Compatibility with Human Rights

Prepared in accordance with Part 3 of the Human Rights (Parliamentary Scrutiny) Act 2011

Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023

This Legislative Instrument is compatible with the human rights and freedoms recognised or declared in the international instruments listed in section 3 of the Human Rights (Parliamentary Scrutiny) Act 2011.

Overview of the Legislative Instrument

The purpose of this legislative instrument is to determine the characteristics of 29 new non-circulating coins proposed to be issued by the Royal Australian Mint

Human rights implications

This Legislative Instrument does not engage any of the applicable rights or freedoms.

Conclusion

This Legislative Instrument is compatible with human rights as it does not raise any human rights issues.


ATTACHMENT

Details of the Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023

This Attachment sets out further details of the Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023 (the Determination).

Section 1 – Name

This section provides that the name of the Determination is the Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023.

Section 2 – Commencement

This section prescribes that the Determination commences the day after the Determination is registered.

Section 3 – Authority

This section provides that the Determination is made under the Currency Act 1965.

Section 4 – Schedule

This section provides that each instrument specified in a Schedule to the Determination is amended or repealed as set out in the Schedule.

Schedule 1 – Amendments

Schedule 1 amends the Currency (Australian Coins) Determination 2019 by adding the details of new coin characteristics. The newly determined coin characteristics are set out below.

 

 

 

 


New non-circulating coins

 

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – AFL

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – AFL consists of, in the background, stylised representations of an Australian Football League (AFL) playing field, goal posts, and the interior of a football stadium filled with spectators. In the foreground, and partially obscuring the playing field, goal posts and stadium, is a stylised representation of the Charles Brownlow Trophy (also known as the Brownlow Medal). The design includes the following inscription: “2024 AFL PREMIERSHIP SEASON”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League Women’s – AFLW

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League Women’s – AFLW consists of, in the background, stylised representations of an Australian Football League (AFL) playing field, goal posts, and the interior of a football stadium filled with spectators. In the foreground, and partially obscuring the playing field, goal posts and stadium, is a stylised representation of the AFL Women’s Best & Fairest Trophy. The design includes the following inscription: “2024 AFLW PREMIERSHIP SEASON”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Adelaide Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Adelaide Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Adelaide Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Adelaide Crows). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “ADELAIDE FOOTBALL CLUB”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Brisbane Lions

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Brisbane Lions consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Brisbane Bears-Fitzroy Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Brisbane Lions). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “BRISBANE LIONS”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Carlton Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Carlton Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Carlton Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “CARLTON FOOTBALL CLUB”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Collingwood Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Collingwood Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Collingwood Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “COLLINGWOOD FOOTBALL CLUB”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Essendon Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Essendon Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Essendon Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football.  The design includes the following inscription: “ESSENDON FOOTBALL CLUB”.

 

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Fremantle Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Fremantle Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Fremantle Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Fremantle Dockers). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “FREMANTLE FOOTBALL CLUB”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Geelong Cats

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Geelong Cats consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Geelong Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Geelong Cats). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “GEELONG CATS”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Gold Coast Suns

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Gold Coast Suns consists of a central circle containing the logo of the GCFC Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Gold Coast Suns). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “GOLD COAST SUNS”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – GWS Giants

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – GWS Giants consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Western Sydney Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the GWS Giants). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “GWS GIANTS”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Hawthorn Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Hawthorn Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Hawthorn Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Hawks). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “HAWTHORN FOOTBALL CLUB”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Melbourne Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Melbourne Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Melbourne Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Demons). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “MELBOURNE FOOTBALL CLUB”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – North Melbourne Kangaroos

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – North Melbourne Kangaroos consists of a central circle containing the logo of the North Melbourne Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Kangaroos). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “NORTH MELBOURNE KANGAROOS”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Port Adelaide Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Port Adelaide Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Port Adelaide Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “PORT ADELAIDE FOOTBALL CLUB”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Richmond Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Richmond Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Richmond Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Tigers). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “RICHMOND FOOTBALL CLUB”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – St Kilda Football Club

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – St Kilda Football Club consists of a central circle containing the logo of the St Kilda Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the Saints). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “ST KILDA FOOTBALL CLUB”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Sydney Swans

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Sydney Swans consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Sydney Swans Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “SYDNEY SWANS”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – West Coast Eagles

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – West Coast Eagles consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Indian Pacific Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as the West Coast Eagles). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “WEST COAST EAGLES”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – Western Bulldogs

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Australian Football League – Western Bulldogs consists of a central circle containing the logo of the Footscray Football Club Limited (an Australian Football League (AFL) club also known as Western Bulldogs). Surrounding the central circle is a stylised representation of an AFL playing field, and stadium filled with spectators. Partially obscuring the stadium and goal posts is a stylised representation of an AFL football. The design includes the following inscription: “WESTERN BULLDOGS”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League – AFL Coin

2024 $1 Coloured Proof Coin – Australian Football League – AFL

2024 $1 Coloured Silver Proof Coin – Australian Football League – AFL

The design on the 2024 $1 coloured coins – Australian Football League – AFL consists of, in the background, stylised representations of an Australian Football League (AFL) playing field, goal posts, and the interior of a football stadium filled with spectators. In the foreground, and partially obscuring the playing field, goal posts and stadium, is a stylised representation of the Charles Brownlow Trophy (also known as the Brownlow Medal). Below the representation of the trophy is a coloured representation of the logo of the AFL. The design includes the following inscription: “2024 AFL PREMIERSHIP SEASON”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coins together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Australian Football League Women’s – AFLW

2024 $1 Coloured Proof Coin – Australian Football League Women’s – AFLW

2024 $1 Coloured Silver Proof Coin – Australian Football League Women’s – AFLW

The design on the 2024 $1 coloured coins – Australian Football League Women’s – AFLW consists of, in the background, stylised representations of an Australian Football League (AFL) playing field, goal posts, and the interior of a football stadium filled with spectators. In the foreground, and partially obscuring the playing field, goal posts and stadium, is a stylised representation of the AFL Women’s Best & Fairest Trophy. Below the representation of the trophy is a coloured representation of the logo of the AFL Women’s competition. The design includes the following inscription: “2024 AFLW PREMIERSHIP SEASON”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coins together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, Arabic numerals for the amount, in dollars or cents, of the denomination of the coin followed by “DOLLAR”, “DOLLARS” or “CENTS” as the case requires, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Jody Clark Effigy

The design on the 2024 $1 uncirculated coin – Jody Clark effigy consists of a stylised representation of five kangaroos. The design includes the following inscription: “1 DOLLAR”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Jody Clark “JC”.

2024 50c Uncirculated Coin – Ian Rank-Broadley Effigy

The design on the 2024 50c uncirculated coin – Ian Rank-Broadley effigy consists of a representation of the Coat of Arms of the Commonwealth. The design includes the following inscriptions: “50”; and “SD”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Ian Rank-Broadley “IRB”.

2024 20c Uncirculated Coin – Raphael Maklouf Effigy

The design on the 2024 20c uncirculated coin – Raphael Maklouf effigy consists of a representation of a platypus in water. The design includes the following inscriptions: “20”; and “SD”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Raphael David Maklouf “RDM”.

2024 10c Uncirculated Coin – Arnold Machin Effigy

The design on the 2024 10c uncirculated coin – Arnold Machin effigy consists of a representation of a lyrebird. The design includes the following inscriptions: “10”; and “SD”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Arnold Machin, will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign).

2024 5c Uncirculated Coin – Mary Gillick Effigy

The design on the 2024 5c uncirculated coin – Mary Gillick effigy consists of a representation of an echidna. The design includes the following inscriptions: “5”; and “SD”.

Consistent with all current Australian legal tender coinage, an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will appear on the obverse side of the coin together with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “2024”, and “1952-2022” (being the dates of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign). The obverse design includes the initials of the designer Mary Gillick “MG”.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

The Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023 was enacted to address the need for the Royal Australian Mint to continue its production of circulating and numismatic coins by determining the characteristics of 29 new non-circulating coins. This determination was made under the authority of the Treasurer pursuant to the Currency Act 1965 and is a legislative instrument that specifies the details of Australian coin characteristics including denomination, standard composition, standard weight, allowable variation from standard weight, design, and dimensions. The policy objective of this determination is to ensure the continued production of legal tender coins that reflect significant events and themes, while maintaining economic certainty. No public consultation was undertaken for this determination, but the public can propose themes for coin designs through the Royal Australian Mint. This legislative instrument is compatible with human rights as it does not raise any human rights issues.

Scope and Application

The Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023 is a legislative instrument made under the Currency Act 1965, which allows the Treasurer to determine the details of Australian coin characteristics. This particular Determination specifies the characteristics of 29 new non-circulating coins proposed to be issued by the Royal Australian Mint. These coins, including various designs commemorating the Australian Football League (AFL) and its teams, will become legal tender upon issuance and will feature the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side alongside inscriptions and designer initials. The Determination applies nationally across Australia and is subject to disallowance and parliamentary scrutiny. It is not subject to sunsetting as it ensures economic certainty by maintaining the legal tender status of coins produced by the Mints. The instrument is integral to the Mints' operation and the continued production of circulating and numismatic coins, and it does not engage any human rights issues as per the Human Rights (Parliamentary Scrutiny) Act 2011.

Key Provisions

This legislative instrument, the Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2023 Royal Australian Mint No. 11) Determination 2023, establishes the characteristics for 29 new non-circulating coins to be issued by the Royal Australian Mint, as per sections 13(2) and 13A of the Currency Act 1965 (sections referenced hereafter as "the Act"). The main sections of the Determination (sections 1-4) outline the name, commencement, authority, and schedule of amendments to the Currency (Australian Coins) Determination 2019. The schedule details the specific characteristics of the new coins, including design elements, inscriptions, and denominations. Under the Act, the Treasurer has the authority to determine and amend coin characteristics, including design and dimensions, by legislative instrument. This Determination allows the Royal Australian Mint to produce and issue new coins that comply with these specified characteristics, ensuring they remain legal tender. The coins, featuring various designs related to the Australian Football League (AFL) and other commemorative themes, will bear the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and relevant inscriptions as per current Australian legal tender standards. The Determination imposes several obligations on the Royal Australian Mint and other parties involved in the production and distribution of these coins. The Mint must adhere to the specified design elements, inscriptions, and coin characteristics as outlined in the Determination. These obligations ensure consistency with existing legal tender coinage and maintain the integrity and recognisability of Australian currency. Failure to comply with the requirements set out in the Determination may result in legal consequences. While the Determination itself does not explicitly outline specific offences or penalties for non-compliance, contravention of the Currency Act 1965, under which this Determination is made, can lead to significant penalties. For instance, section 208 of the Act stipulates that any person who makes or possesses a counterfeit coin with the intent to defraud can be fined up to 10,000 penalty units or imprisoned for up to 20 years, or both. Similarly, section 211 outlines penalties for using counterfeit coins in payment, with fines up to 5,000 penalty units or imprisonment for up to 10 years, or both. Additionally, any act that undermines the economic stability and trust in Australian currency could potentially attract further regulatory scrutiny or legal action under other relevant legislation, such as the Crimes Act 1914. This underscores the importance of strict adherence to the coin characteristics specified in the Determination to avoid any legal repercussions.

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