Who got the 20 million for the Aboriginal flag?

In the words of the Prime Minister, the Aboriginal flag is now free to be used by all Australians. More than 50 years after the flag was designed, the federal government has acquired the copyright in a $20 million deal with Luritja artist Harold Thomas.

Who was paid 20 million for the Aboriginal flag?

On Tuesday, the federal government announced it had paid more than $20 million to Luritja artist Harold Thomas and licence holders to secure copyright for the iconic flag.

Who owns the rights to the Aboriginal flag in Australia?

The Aboriginal flag has long been a symbol of resistance and unity for Indigenous people in Australia. Although the copyright settlement is a practical solution to a controversial problem, not everybody is pleased the federal government now owns the exclusive rights to reproduce the Aboriginal flag.

How much is the Aboriginal flag worth?

In a deal worth more than 20 million Australian dollars ($14 million), Prime Minister Scott Morrison's government secured the rights from Indigenous artist Harold Thomas, who created the flag over 50 years ago.

When did Harold Thomas sell the Aboriginal flag?

On 24 January 2022, the Commonwealth government announced, after more than three years of confidential negotiations, Thomas had transferred the copyright to the flag to the Commonwealth.

Is Harold Thomas still alive?

Thomas has lived in Humpty Doo in Northern Territory, near Darwin, since the 1990s.

Why was the Aboriginal flag sold?

The Australian government has bought the Aboriginal flag's copyright in a bid to "free" the symbol of identity from bitter fights over who can use it. Indigenous artist Harold Thomas created the flag in 1971 as a protest image but it is now the dominant Aboriginal emblem and an official national flag.

Is the Aboriginal $2 coin worth anything?

The 2016 50th Anniversary of Decimalisation $2 coin: Around 2.9 million of these were made and are “worth up to $10”.

Who used to own the Aboriginal flag?

The Australian Government negotiated the licence of the Aboriginal flag, which was owned by Luritja artist and designer / creator Harold Thomas, plus three companies that Thomas had licenced the design to in recent years – WAM Clothing, Gifts Mate, and Flagworld.

Is the Aboriginal flag free now?

The Federal Government recently announced it had “freed” the Aboriginal flag for all Australians to use without fear of copyright infringement. Some people are celebrating the news, while others are disappointed.

Who is Ben Wooster?

WAM Clothing is owned by Ben Wooster and Semele Moore, two non-Indigenous people. In fact, Wooster was previously found guilty of selling "authentic" Indigenous art that was actually made in Indonesia. He was fined $2.3 million for it. So, he seems like the kind of guy I'd trust with my culture...

What is the rarest coin in Australia?

Australia's rarest coin, the 1930 penny proof, sold for $225,000 in 1998. Only six proof versions of the 1930 penny are known to exist: three have private owners, one in the Museum of Victoria, the National Gallery of South Australia and the British Museum.

Why is the 1988 $2 coin rare?

These special $2 coins were minted in 1988 and 1989. The special feature of these coins that make it so special is the tiny HH on the tails side of the coin. And what's more, there are supposed to be around 198 million of these in circulation!

How many Aboriginal $2 coins were made?

Coin Highlights: Design commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Australian Aboriginal Flag. Issued by the Royal Australian Mint. Mintage of 10,000 rolls.

What is the rarest Australian $2 coin?

TikTok user Joel Kandiah posted a video titled 'Australia's rarest circulating $2 coin' - a special Remembrance Day piece with a red flower that was distributed in 2012. 'The 2012 red poppy currently has a value of $180,' the commerce teacher posted to social media.

What $2 coins are valuable?

4 Rare Australian 2 Dollar Coins

• 2013 Purple Stripe Coronation 2 Dollar Coin. The distinctive 2013 purple Coronation 2 Dollar coin was the first Australian coloured coin released specifically for circulation. ...
• 2012 Remembrance Day Red Poppy $2 Coin. ...
• 2008 or 2009 Double Struck 2 Dollar Coins.

How much did the Australian flag cost?

The $20.05 million deal ends ongoing controversies over the flag's use stemming from non-Indigenous company WAM Clothing buying the exclusive rights to the flag in November 2018. The licence had meant anyone wishing to use the flag on clothing or in physical and digital media had to ask permission and pay a fee.

Will Australia get a new flag?

Australia's flag will never change, Malcolm Turnbull has said, dismissing a new design that drops the Union Jack. The not-for-profit group Ausflag released a new design on Friday, telling Australia it was time to “grow up” and shed symbols of British dominance.

How old is the Aboriginal flag?

The Aboriginal flag was first displayed on 12 July 1971 on National Aborigines Day, at Victoria Square in Adelaide. It was also used at the Tent Embassy in Canberra in 1972.

Is the Aboriginal flag an emoji?

Indigenous emojis featuring Aboriginal flag and boomerang to be released. After years of asking for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flag to be included in the emoji library, over a dozen new Indigenous-themed emojis are coming to Android and iOS via an new app.

How old is the Australian flag?

Its original design (with a six-pointed Commonwealth Star) was chosen in 1901 from entries in a competition held following Federation, and was first flown in Melbourne on 3 September 1901, the date proclaimed in 1996 as Australian National Flag Day.

Why is the 1930 penny so rare?

In 1930 only six proof pennies were made. Proof pennies are the first pennies run slowly off the minting presses to get a perfect finish. They are kept out of circulation.