Citizenship Ceremonies
Australian Citizenship Ceremonies are conducted by Council for Shire residents who have applied to become Australian citizens through the Department of Immigration. Ceremonies are held throughout the year with two major ceremonies - one for Australia Day and one during the annual Orange Blossom Festival in September.
In addition to those benefits that come with permanent residence, the legal status of Australian Citizenship carries with it the right to:
- Vote and elect Australia's Government
- Stand for public office or nominate for election to Parliament
- Apply for an Australian passport and leave and enter the country without an entry visa
- Seek consular assistance from Australia's diplomatic representatives while overseas
- Apply to enlist in the armed forces and for government jobs
- Register children as Australian Citizens by descent
If you would like more information on citizenship ceremonies phone Council on 9843 0425 or email council-citizenship@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremonies:-
| Monday |
25 January 2010 |
6pm for 7pm start |
This Citizenship Ceremonies will be held at The Hills Centre, Carrington Road, Castle Hill.
Below are the future dates for the Citizenship Ceremonies for 2010/11
| Monday |
15 March 2010 |
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| Monday |
17 May 2010 |
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| Monday |
19 July 2010 |
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| Monday |
20 September 2010 |
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| Monday |
15 November 2010 |
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| Wednesday |
26 January 2011 |
AUSTRALIA DAY |
If you would like more information about becoming an Australian citizen phone the Department of Immigration information line on 131 880 or visit http://www.citizenship.gov.au/ The Hills Shire Council can assist with the translation of information. Anyone requiring a translation or an interpreter can either visit Council's Administration Centre for assistance or contact the Telephone Interpreter Service (TIS) on 13 14 50 and ask an interpreter to call Council on 9843 0555 and enquire on their behalf.