They are found in coastal regions of eastern and south-eastern Australia. The brightly coloured plumage of Crimson Rosellas varies according to the region in which it lives. They are quite tame and are often observed at picnic spots. Details Series: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection Subject: Crimson Rosella (Platycercus elegans) Designer: Marg…
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Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Rose Robin (Petroica rosea)
They are found in thickly-forested areas of south-eastern Australia. The male of the species has the coloured breast and the female’s underside is usually grey and sometimes flushed with pink. These graceful little robins continually flit around and are particularly skilful at catching on the wing. Details Series: 1978 Pre-Stamped…
View More Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Rose Robin (Petroica rosea)Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus haematodus)
Found along the east coastal regions of Australia, Rainbow Lorikeets are nomadic and are often seen travelling in flocks in search of flowering trees. The birds ar also extremely noisy and the sound of their screeching and rapid wing-beat attracts attention. In Queensland they are nicknamed ‘Bluey’. Details Series: 1978…
View More Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus haematodus)Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo gigas)
They live in open forests and woodlands throughout Australia. The famous laugh of the kookaburra is a means of announcing the bird’s territory to intruders. They may live up to 20 years. Details Series: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection Subject: Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo gigas) Designer: Marg Towt, Melbourne Printer: Mercury-Walch Pty Ltd,…
View More Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo gigas)Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus)
Pelicans are widely distributed throughout Australia’s lakes, swamps and beaches. They are often seen swimming together in formation, which is thought to be a device to drive fish into shallow water. The pelican a living pre-historic relic. Fossil remains of pelicans which in Australia 30 to 40 million years ago…
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Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Gouldian Finch (Erythrura gouldiae)
Found in northern Australia, they are seen in settled areas. Gouldian Finches are particularly sociable birds and up to six pairs can be found nesting side by side in the same hollow branch. Details Series: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection Subject: Gouldian Finch (Erythrura gouldiae) Designer: Marg Towt, Melbourne Printer: Mercury-Walch Pty…
View More Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection – Gouldian Finch (Erythrura gouldiae)Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope Collection
On 11 September 1978 Australia Post will introduce a series of seven pre-stamped envelopes to replace the current embossed envelopes. The set consists of seven gorgeous birds of Australia painted in full colour by Marg Towt of Melbourne. The paintings have been reduced to stamp size and printed on high…
View More Australia Philately: 1978 Pre-Stamped Envelope CollectionAustralia Philately: 1978 Geelong Trade Exhibition
Impressions: From the temporary post office at the Trade Exhibition, Geelong, or by mail from Philatelic Bureau, G.P.O. Box 9000, Melbourne, Vic. 3001. Details Date: 7 September 1978 – 9 September 1978 Quantity: 806 articles 800 (ordinary) 6 (registered)
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