Member for Maitland, Jenny Aitchison, will today welcome 25 new citizens to the local community as part of Maitland’s Australia Day commemorations. They join thousands of people across the country who will become Australian citizens today.
The ceremony, being held at Maitland’s iconic Town Hall, will mark an important milestone for new Australians who have chosen Maitland as their home, celebrating inclusion, respect and a shared responsibility for the future of the community.
Australia Day citizenship ceremonies bring together people from all over the world, alongside those fortunate enough to have been born in Australia, to reflect on the values that underpin the nation and the contribution each person makes to their local community.
Member for Maitland, Jenny Aitchison said:
One of the most enjoyable and humbling parts of my role as the local Member is being part of our citizenship ceremonies.”
Today we stand together with people from all corners of the world who have chosen to make Australia, and Maitland, their home.”
Australia has often been called the Lucky Country, but what truly makes us lucky is the people who live here and the way we look out for one another.”
Becoming an Australian citizen is a proud milestone for individuals and their families, and it strengthens our whole community.”
Our newest citizens bring with them skills, experiences and stories that enrich Maitland and help shape our shared future.”
Maitland is a community that shows up for each other in good times and challenging times.”
That spirit of care, resilience and contribution is what defines us, and it is what our newest citizens are now part of.”