2016 In Come the Dollars In Come the Cents Uncirculated SetA significant day for Australia was 14 February 1966, as this marked Currency Day. After 56 years of using pounds, shillings and pence, the decimal system of dollars and cents entered our pockets, purses and piggy banks. The new coins featured Australias unique wildlife which added much to the excitement. The cartoon character Dollar Bill became the star of the publicity campaign to help people understand the new money and make smooth conversions.