Our stories

Alejandra’s story: long road to belonging

Many people arrive looking for a better future but sometimes it’s not even their own decision that makes them board the flight and cross some oceans to arrive to Australia.

Looking beyond the chair

Then I had a bike accident where I broke my spine. After around eight surgeries and a long time at the hospital, I found myself having to start a new life in a wheelchair.

Anxiety: Mental health is just as important as physical health

Asking for help takes courage and should be seen as a sign of strength not weakness.

How the West protected gold from bushrangers

Have you ever wondered how gold made it safely across the country in the age of the infamous bushrangers?

Celebrating 50 years of WA government ownership

Thanks to the change of ownership 50 years ago, all Perth Mint operations, undertakings and obligations are guaranteed by the Western Australian government.

Future king visited The Perth Mint

The man who was to become King George V, His Royal Highness the Duke of Cornwall and York, visited The Perth Mint at the turn of of the 20th Century.

Big coin in the Big Apple

Proudly representing The Perth Mint and the Australian gold industry, our one-of-a-kind Australian Kangaroo One Tonne Gold Coin has taken New York by storm.

The Perth Mint overcomes early challenge to mark 120 years

The occasion of our 120th anniversary on 20 June presents an opportunity to recount a story that may sound astonishingly familiar.

Golden journey for The Perth Mint

The Mine to Mint tour takes you to Australia’s largest operating gold mine, Newmont Australia’s Boddington Gold Mine, and The Perth Mint. See gold from the ground up.

William Shatner boldly goes to The Perth Mint

Entertainment superstar William Shatner toured The Perth Mint shop and exhibition today, inspired by the Star Trek commemorative gold and silver coin program.