Our team regularly monitors fresh stamp releases in different countries. There's always something new to learn about and add to your collection, whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out. If you're passionate about Australia, check the stamps already released in 2024:
In addition, we've also published several digests about other countries. Start reading their first parts by clicking the links below
Now let's see some other new stamps of Australia released in 2024. Enjoy your reading, and happy stamp hunting!
13. Around Australia Flights: 100 Years stamp
On April 6, 1924, two Australian pilots took off from the military base in the South of Australia. They flew in a seaplane which is depicted on stamps. The pilots made an anti-clockwise route round the Australian continent.
On their way, they stopped in big cities in case of bad weather conditions or engine problems. Their flight lasted 44 days and its distance was 13,600 kilometers. On May 19, 1924 they finally landled being welcomed by a crowd of ten thousand people.
14. Sky Country: The Seven Sisters stamp series
In various Aboriginal cultures throughout Australia, the Pleiades star cluster is associated with the tale of the Seven Sisters. It is very famous in Australia, forming a part of the national culture. The tale has been interpreted by many artists.
In 2024, Australian Post released a stamp series representing the experiences of this story performed by three local women-artists.
15. Path to Paris: Paris 2024 Olympic Games stamp
This stamp commemorates the Olympic Games in Paris and Australia's participation in them. It features a silhouette of the Eiffel Tower in the Olympic rings' insignia colors, as well as three small images of Australia's national symbols, a kangaroo, an ostrich, and a seven-pointed star.
16. A Free Press: 200 Years stamp
Today, people believe that the media operates freely, without any interference. It was not the case in Australia for a certain period of time. The country used to suffer from strict censorship because most newspapers favored government narratives and silenced the opposition.
In 1824, Andrew Bent took a stand against it by launching the first uncensored newspaper, "The Hobart Town Gazette." Despite facing punishments, such as being removed from his position and imprisoned for speaking out against the government, Bent persisted in publishing critical content.
"The Australian" emerged the same year. It promoted progressive ideas and received the support of government officials. These newspapers made a significant contribution to the development of the independent press in Australia.
