Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. When it comes to physical currency, it's tough to beat Australia's brightly colored paper bills. Those hues are also extending to special edition $1 coins commemorating the Australian winter athletes and parathletes competing in the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics in Italy. Royal Australian Mint chief executive officer Emily Martin told Yahoo Finance Australia that these limited-edition coins honor the skill and perseverance of the nation's athletes. "Each coin beautifully captures the passion and resilience of both Australian teams, and we're excited for collectors and fans to share in this journey with us," Martin said .