Citizenship Ceremonies
Australian Citizenship Ceremonies are held monthly for Shire residents who wish to become Australian citizens. Two major ceremonies are also held - one during the Orange Blossom Festival in September and one on Australia Day (26 January) each year.
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 0123 or email council-citizenship@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremonies:-
| Monday |
14 September 2009 |
7.00pm |
| Monday |
16 November 2009 |
7.00pm |
The Citizenship Ceremonies will be held in the Function Room, Council Administration Centre, 129 Showground Road, Castle Hill.
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.