Hello Collectors
Welcome to the first edition of the Stamp Bulletin for 2023. We’re excited to be beginning another year of philately and collectables.
Included in this edition is the Native Animals definitive stamp issue, to be released in December 2022 ahead of new postage rates, which will take effect in January 2023. Details are on page four.
The first stamp issue for release in 2023 is the latest in our Special Occasions series – flexible stamp designs, which are suitable for celebrations and key life events or for everyday mailing. These new designs will also be available as part of the Personalised Stamps service.
The Year of the Rabbit begins on 22 January 2023. In the lead-up, we’re releasing an issue of three stamp designs, which incorporate symbols associated with longevity, prosperity and happiness. The cartoon-inspired rabbit designs are sure to delight both collectors and those celebrating this vibrant cultural festival. The Year of the Rabbit collectables include ready-made New Year greetings.
Our first Norfolk Island stamp issue for the year focuses on avian extinction, presenting historical illustrations of two extinct bird species, which once inhabited this island territory.
Birds are also featured in our Fairy-wrens stamp issue. Fairy-wrens are beautiful, small and intelligent songbirds, located in diverse habitats across Australia. The stamp subjects include the iconic Superb Fairywren, well known for its dazzling blue plumage.
Our rich sporting history is on display in Sporting Treasures. These stamps present key items associated with some Australian sporting heroes from across the past century: Hubert Opperman, Jack Brabham, Evonne Goolagong Cawley and Kurt Fearnley.
We also present upcoming licensed stamp packs and numismatics in this edition, including a set of five Peter Brock/Holden postal numismatic covers, each featuring an Australian penny.
Manager, Philatelic, Australia Post
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