Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Record number of new citizens in City of Gosnells

 Record number of new citizens in City of Gosnells | City of Gosnells

Record Number of New Citizens in the City of Gosnells — Key Points

  • Historic milestone: More than 670 residents became Australian citizens in April, the highest number ever recorded by the City of Gosnells.

  • Ceremony details:

    • Held at Mills Park, Beckenham

    • Three back‑to‑back ceremonies took place on Monday, 20 April.

  • Diverse backgrounds:

    • New citizens came from 62 countries.

    • Examples include Mongolia, Croatia, Chile, Zambia.

    • India was the most common country of origin.

  • Mayor’s message:

    • Mayor Terresa Lynes highlighted that new citizens have already been contributing to the community for years.

    • She emphasised the importance of citizenship in strengthening the city’s diverse and vibrant community.

  • Eligibility reminder:

    • Applicants must be permanent residents for at least four years before becoming eligible for citizenship.

  • Roles and responsibilities:

    • Department of Home Affairs manages citizenship eligibility and assessments.

    • Local governments, including the City of Gosnells, host the ceremonies.

  • Publication date:

    • Article published on 28 April 2026.

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