Postmark : Melbourne VIC 3000
Denomination : 45c and AU$2.45
Stamp Size : 35 mm x 35 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
Special Feature : Metallic Inks
This issue is the third and final issue in Australia Post's federation series, issued to commemorate the centenary of the first Federal Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia. The 45c stamp reproduces Charles Nuttall's painting : The Opening of the First Federal Parliament, 9 May 1901; while the AU$2.45 stamp reproduces Tom Roberts' painting : Opening of the First Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia by HRH The Duke of Cornwall and York, 9 May 1901.