Koonoomoo’s Big Strawberry will attract national attention following an announcement by Australia Post.
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The giant fruit will be one of 10 ‘big’ landmarks recognised in the minting of special $1 coins.
The coins are actual legal tender, made by the Royal Australian Mint, but they will cost $4 to buy in uncirculated packs from Australia Post.
Other big icons to appear on the coins are the Big Mango (Bowen, Queensland), the Big Merino (Goulburn, NSW) and the Big Penguin (Penguin, Tasmania).
According to Australia Post research, almost two thirds of Australians say they’re happy to go out of their way to visit a ‘big thing’, believing they make a road trip feel uniquely Australian.
The Big Strawberry $1 coin released by Australia Post and Royal Australian Mint on September 24.
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Rechelle Zammit
Australia Post retail product and supply chain general manager Kayla Le Cornu said Australia’s ‘big things’ are more than just landmarks.
“Our ‘big things’ capture the most quirky and wonderful aspects of Australian culture,” Ms Le Cornu said.
“Almost every Australian has a fond memory of visiting one, snapping a family photo, and visiting the local community.
“These larger-than-life icons are clearly a nostalgic and beloved part of Aussie tradition and we’re extremely proud to bring them to life in this coin collection in partnership with the Royal Australian Mint.”
To mark the launch, Australia Post is giving collectors a chance to win a $20,000 cash prize. Customers need to purchase the coin tube and folder set, scan the QR code and register online.
Collectors can head into participating post offices or online to buy individual coins for $4 each and the full coin and folder set for $34.
One in every 10 coin set features an exclusive, coloured Big Strawberry coin, while two special edition coins can be found in till change when making a cash purchase in participating post offices.
Postcards for each of the big icons are also available.
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