Published on 14 July 2022
Four local community members took the important step of becoming Australian citizens last week and were conferred at a ceremony attended by Councillors, family and friends.
Reflective of our ever diversifying multicultural community, all conferees came from different countries including the United Kingdom, Taiwan, the Maldives and Philippines.
Mayor Cr James Tehan officiated at the ceremony and congratulated our newest citizens on pledging their loyalty to Australia and making the commitment to being a part of Australia’s future.
“It is a real honour and a privilege for me to induct and welcome our new citizens to Australia and the Mansfield community,” said Cr Tehan.
“We are proud of the growth in our multicultural community and whilst respecting their own heritage and diversity, I encourage them to embrace the Australian values and to speak up for what they believe in, as is their right as Australian citizens.”
Together with the presenting of Citizenship Certificates and a native plant, welcome packs were given to the conferees on behalf of the North East Multicultural Association.
For more information about Australian Citizenship phone 131 880 or visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/citizenship/become-a-citizen