Find out what’s happening at the Mint. From special events and exhibitions to family activities, educational programs and unique experiences, there’s always something to explore. Stay up to date with what’s on and make the most of your visit to the Royal Australian Mint.
Reflection: 50 Years of the Australian Honours System
Free Exhibition now on
The Royal Australian Mint and Government House present a new exhibition recognising the Australian honours system and the outstanding service and contributions of Australians making a difference. To those who dedicate themselves to improving local communities, demonstrating courage and bravery, and serving in response to nationally significant emergencies. See rare coins, medals and medallions from the National Coin Collection.
Explore the free exhibition from 26 May 2025 to 15 February 2026.
Honouring excellence for all Australians.
July 2025 School Holiday Programs
Are you looking for a fun school holiday activity? The Mint runs different programs for children during the school holidays with Mini-Minties aimed at 3-5 year olds and Mintventures for children aged 6 -12 years old. Our exciting Kids Coin Trades are for children between 5-12 years (sorry, no adults!) and everyone is welcome to drop-in for the Crafternoon sessions. More program details and how to book can be found below.
Coin shapes, colours and movement!
Did you know the Mint makes coins of different shapes and colours?
Join us for Mini-Minties and learn about some of the unusual shapes, colours and movement on our coins. We’ll have shapes and colours themed craft, storytelling and exploration of special coins.
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 3-5 years.
When: 7 July, 10 July, 15 July and 18 July
Time: 10am - 11am
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
Spies, codes and coins!
Want to learn how to crack a code?
Join us for a celebration of coins, codes and spies. We’ll look at stories of spies, different types of codes and explore our coded coins.
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 6-12 years.
When: 8 July, 11 July, 14 July and 17 July
Time: 10am - 11am
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
Kids Coin Trade
Want to collect some cool coins? Introducing the fun world of coin collecting, children aged 5 to 12 years are invited to bring used coins to the Kids Coin Trade and ‘trade’ for a new coin of the same value.
Only coins can be used at the Kids Coin Trade. In the Mint Shop, cash can be exchanged for coins and cash out is also available.
Coin limits will apply, per child. A parent or guardian must always be with their child and adults are ineligible to trade coins.
When: 9 July and 16 July
Time: 10am - 11am (15 minute sessions)
Cost: Free but bookings required
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week is a time to reflect on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, art and culture. Drop-in at the Mint for an afternoon of craft celebrating NAIDOC Week.
When: 7 to 11 July
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Cost: Free
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint
Australian Honours and Awards
Who do you know who deserves a medal? Drop-in at the Mint for an afternoon of craft linked to our new Reflections Exhibition: Honours and Awards.
When: 14 to 18 July
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Cost: Free
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint
Public Lecture: Wattle in Coin Design
The Mint explores the use of Golden Wattle, the National Floral Emblem, in its coin design.
Australia has thousands of plant species with unique and stunning flowers. One in particular has found its way into the designs of a number of significant coins and medallions, through Stuart Devlin’s designs for the medals of the Australian Honours System. Dr Suzette Searle, President of the Wattle Day Association, will present a brief history of wattle on coins, and chat afterwards in the Royal Australian Mint’s new exhibition REFLECTION: 50 Years of the Australian Honours System.
When: 15 August 2025
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Cost: Free but bookings essential
Where: Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
Outreach
Our Outreach team brings the Royal Australian Mint to you. We travel across the country, hosting pop-up shops and events where you can explore our latest coins and dive into the world of coin collecting. Check below for upcoming dates and details.
Upcoming Dates TBA
Last & First Coin of the Year
Join us at the Mint to mark the end of 2025 and beginning of 2026 with the chance to mint the last and first coins of the year. More information coming soon
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