A crocodile hunter other than Charles III on Australian banknotes?

The passing of Elizabeth II could change the face of Australian currencies in surprising ways. Filed by two citizens, Vincent Wu and Kirby Miles Two petitions The famous “crocodile hunter”, Steve Irwin, is demanding to be immortalized on five dollar bills rather than King Charles III, several media reported.

So far only 273 signatures have been received on these petitions introduced in the Australian Parliament. However, they aroused a lot of interest among Internet users, and Steve Irwin’s candidacy to replace the late queen on $5 bills caused a lot of reaction on social networks.

“No one is more central to Australian culture and identity than Steve Irwin,” Vincent Wu argued in his petition.

Ecologist and wildlife expert, Steve Irwin became a global celebrity thanks to the broadcast of the show. The Crocodile Hunter From 1997 to 2004

Despite moderate support, Steve Irwin’s candidacy may be considered by the Australian government.

Australian Deputy Treasury Minister Andrew Lee explained that King Charles III will replace his late mother on the nation’s coins, but not on the $5 note.

“The decision to put the Queen’s face on the $5 note derives from Elizabeth II’s personality rather than her status,” he said, adding that Charles III’s inclusion in his mother’s place was not automatic.