18/03/2020: COVID-19 pandemic impact
The Australian dollar experienced a sharp decline due to the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty in financial markets.
07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
13/10/2011: Record high exchange rate
The Australian dollar reached a record high exchange rate of above $1.10 against the US dollar, driven by strong commodity demand and high interest rates.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
06/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The Australian dollar experienced a significant decline due to the impact of the global financial crisis, reaching a low point of around $0.60 against the US dollar.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes
Australia introduced polymer banknotes, replacing the paper-based banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.
08/03/1983: Floating of the Australian dollar
The Australian dollar was fully floated and allowed to fluctuate freely on the foreign exchange market, leading to increased volatility.
12/12/1971: End of the fixed exchange rate
Australia shifted from a fixed exchange rate to a flexible exchange rate, allowing market forces to determine the value of the Australian dollar.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency
Australia adopted decimal currency, replacing the pound with the Australian dollar, symbol 'A$'.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.