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Need Australian Currency?
Beautiful beaches and exotic animals await, but don’t forget to grab some Australian dollars before you depart.
Today's AUD Online Exchange Rate*:
- AUD = $1
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The Low Down on Canadian Currency
| Currency: | Australian Dollar |
| Currency code: | AUD |
| Central Bank: | Reserve Bank of Australia |
| Currency symbol: | $, A$ or AUD (dollar) |
| Currency sub unit: | ¢ (cent) |
| Bank notes: | $5, $10, $20, $50, $100 |
| Coins: | 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2 |
Originally, Australia used the British pound but this was phased out in 1910 when the Australian pound came into circulation. In 1956, the Australian dollar was introduced and in 1988 Australia switch to polymer bills similar to those now used in Canada and other countries. The Australian dollar is now the 5th most traded currency in the world.
The most commonly used bills in Australian dollars are the $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 bills.
What to spend your Australian dollars on
Sydney Harbor Bridge Climb
303 AUD
3-mile taxi ride
12.50 AUD
Tourist t-shirt
20 AUD
Postcard and a stamp
2.50 AUD
Bottle of water
2 AUD
Must-sees in Australia
- Whitsunday Islands
- The Whitsundays, as they're better known, are a collection of islands in Queensland great for camping, hiking and scuba diving off of the Great Barrier Reef.
- Magnetic Island
- Wildlife abounds on and around Magnetic Island, with over half of its territory designated as national park land. Make sure to get a closer look at the 800 koalas living on the island.
- Adelaide
- A hidden gem often missed by tourists in Australia for the first time, Adelaide boasts a vibrant art scene and is also a great jumping off point to Australia's best wine country.