In 2013, one thousand survey respondents were asked to define what makes the typical Australian; the word “mateship” was the number one answer. The design of this passport celebrates mateship, the Australian dedication to providing support for one another in the worst conditions.
In this passport, mateship is displayed visually through a metaphor: your friend is your rock, and your rock is your friend. Australia is home to some of the most unique rock formations in the world. Traveling through these formations are iconic Australian animals: kangaroos, koalas, dingos, and platypuses.