Date of Issue : 6 Oct 2009
Postmark : Fairfield VIC 3078
Denomination : 5 x 55c
Stamp Size : 26 mm x 37.5 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
The Stamp Collecting Month in Australia, held annually in Oct, aims to introduce budding stamp collectors to a fascinating hobby. The stamps issued usually appeal to primary-school-aged children and incorporate an educational aspect. The stamp issue for 2009 Stamp Collecting Month, with the theme Let’s Get Active!, invites primary school children to have fun and get fit. The stamps feature some of the most popular ball sports for Australian boys and girls, sports being a good way to get active – Australian Rules Football, basketball, soccer, netball, cricket and tennis.