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.

Public health advice – Maddington lithium fire

 Public health advice – Maddington lithium fire | City of Gosnells

Public Health Advice – Maddington Lithium Fire (Summary)

Published: 28 April 2026 Source: City of Gosnells / WA Department of Health

Key Points

• The WA Department of Health has issued public health advice regarding the recent lithium battery fire in Maddington.

• The City of Gosnells page directs residents to the official Department of Health notice for detailed health impact information.

• Community members seeking guidance about smoke exposure, air quality, or health symptoms are advised to contact the Department of Health directly.

• The article is categorised as a media release and includes links to related City of Gosnells news items.

What Residents Should Do

• Review the Department of Health’s official advisory for current safety recommendations.

• Seek medical or public health advice if experiencing symptoms potentially linked to the incident.