2015 Sir Henry Parkes 20c Uncirculated Coin

2015 Sir Henry Parkes 20c Uncirculated Coin on Card

In the 200 years since Sir Henry Parkes' birth, much has been said about the man whose tireless efforts gave us the nation of Australia as we know it today.

Described as'a colonial colossus' and'the most commanding figure in Australian politics, he has been best known to generations of Australians as the Father of Federation.

Sir Henry served as Premier of New South Wales five times between 1872 and 1891. Whether personally responding to the cries from people for financial help, reforming education or inviting women to attend political meetings reserved for men, he showed that he was a leader with a social conscience and a vision for Australia's future.