The Australian 5 cent coin was first introduced with decimalisation on 14 February 1966 when it replaced the pre-decimal Australian sixpence. The original reverse design by Stuart Devlin has not been changed since its introduction.
The denomination is occasionally used by both the Royal Australian Mint and the Perth Mint to issue collector coins, which are legal tender in Australia - such as this one.
This coin design was issued as part of the Royal Australian Mint's annual baby coin sets, which the mint has been releasing annually since 1995. The 2025 set, named Aussie Bubs (from Australian: Australian Babies) continues the tradition of joyously celebrating all things baby, coin and collecting. Inspired by traditional designs, these coins have a fresh, whimsical twist. Elyssa Waterford's design beautifully capture Australia’s wildlife, where "the 5 cent coin features Tiffany the tawny frogmouth surrounded by shiny coins mimicking her twiggy home".
No coins of this type have been released into circulation. | 
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