Australia Philately: General Purpose Philatelic Covers (1970-1979)

1977

In response to requests from philatelists for more variety in general purpose philatelic covers, Australia Post has introduced three new small-size covers (164 mm x 93 mm) which are replacing the small-size covers showing golden wattle; however the large-size covers (229 mm x 102 mm) showing golden wattle will remain on sale.

The designs of the new covers depict three aspects of Australia Wildlife – Cover A shows a kangaroo with a joey in her pouch; Cover B shows a koala and baby; and Cover C shows a kookaburra.

The covers are suitable for use when specific covers are provided for a philatelic event – for commemorative postmarkers, inaugral airmail flights, etc.

Australian clients may purchase the covers from Australia Post philatelic sales centres at 12c Australian each or by mail order from capital city philatelic sales centres…

Australia Post Philatelic Bulletin No.133 – September 1977