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ABC News, 30 March 2021:
The Royal Australian Mint has launched a new coin to commemorate Indigenous Australians who have served in the military.
The $2 coin, emblazoned with artwork from Kalkadoon woman and artist Chern'ee Sutton, is designed to "tell the story" of Indigenous soldiers who serve, and have served, in the Australian Defence Force.
The coin — an Australian-first — was unveiled on Tuesday morning and will enter formal circulation next month ahead of Anzac Day.
Ms Sutton said creating the artwork behind the design was a "huge honour". "I am so proud to have designed the artwork which recognises my brothers and sisters who bravely fought in every conflict Australia has been involved in," she said.
"[They] have served Australia since before they were recognised as Australian citizens or allowed to vote.
"They fought for our country and they sacrificed their lives and I think it is so special to be able to acknowledge and recognise that.".....
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