The past twelve months of Australian stamps have been captured by Australia Post in a timeless memento of the year that has been - the 2007 Collection of Australian Stamps.

This year saw the release of Australia’s first ever moving image stamp, the historic Year Of The Surf Lifesaver stamp, that is featured in the collection along with every other Australian stamp issued throughout 2007.

A beautifully illustrated publication that features the stories behind each stamp issue, the 2007 Collection of Australian Stamps is a must have for collectors and a great gift idea for family and friends to remember the year that was.

“The stamps of  2007 tell the story of Australia at this point in time with historic events such as Australia’s monumental  5 – 0 Ashes whitewash over England, and the APEC Summit commemorated in stamps,” says Mr Noel Leahy, Group Manager Philatelic, Australia Post.

“Several creative stamp issues have also provided unique insights and reflections on Australia as a nation, including the popular Reg Mombassa designed Big Things stamps and retrospective Caravanning Through The Years issue.”

The 2007 Collection of Australian Stamps was released on 1 November, 2007 and is available in both standard and executive editions. The exclusive edition features a prestige black cover, brass corner protectors and gilt edged pages. A special feature of this year’s publication is a previously unreleased Botanic Gardens Sheetlet, which makes the collection perfect for all collectors.

The 2007 Australian Collection of Australian Stamps is available from 1 November from Australia Post outlets and via phone order on 1800 331 794. Overseas customers can purchase online at www.auspost.com.au/stamps.

 A special pre Christmas price is available on both the standard and Executive collections, with the standard issue retailing at the reduced price of $89.95 and the Executive edition at $124.95.