Australia’s new $5 note to reflect First Nations connection to country instead of King Charles
Australia’s new $5 note to reflect First Nations connection to country instead of King Charles

Reserve Bank opens submissions for redesign after theme chosen from 2,100 nominated

Australia’s $5 note, which has borne the face of Queen Elizabeth II since 1992, will be redesigned to reflect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s connection to country and the overturning of terra nullius – a foundational moment in the fight for land rights.