MIDCOAST Council hosted its annual Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony, welcoming new Australian citizens from across the MidCoast community.
The ceremony recognised the commitment made by participants as they formally became Australian citizens, marking a significant milestone in their personal journeys.
MidCoast Council General Manager Adrian Panuccio said they are “delighted to welcome 35 new Australians to the region.”
“They were joined by many of their friends and family at the ceremony to celebrate this momentous occasion.”
Held as part of national Australia Day celebrations, the event highlighted the shared values of respect, inclusion and belonging that unite people from diverse backgrounds across the region
Citizenship ceremonies continued to play an important role in Australia Day observances, providing an opportunity for communities to reflect on what it means to be Australian and to acknowledge the contributions migrants make to local life.
For many new citizens, the ceremony represented the culmination of years of connection, perseverance and involvement within the community.
Family members, friends and community representatives attended the ceremony to share in the occasion and offer support as participants took their pledge of commitment.
The gathering also gave the wider community a chance to celebrate cultural diversity and recognise how citizenship strengthens social cohesion across the MidCoast.
MidCoast Council held the ceremony on Monday, 26 January 2026, from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
The formal proceedings brought together people of all ages and backgrounds, reinforcing the idea that citizenship is both a privilege and a responsibility.
By hosting the annual ceremony, MidCoast Council continued to support inclusive community building and to acknowledge the evolving story of Australia as a nation shaped by migration.
The Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony served as a reminder that the MidCoast is home to people from many walks of life, united by a shared commitment to community, democratic values and a strong sense of belonging in Australia.
By Sis HIGGINS
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