Did you know the first ever Australian Citizenship Day coincided with our Centenary of Federation in 2001? Each year we reflect on and celebrate being an Australian citizen on 17 September. Australian Citizenship Day was initiated in recognition of the importance of having a day solely dedicated to celebrate Australian citizenship. To learn more about the history of Citizenship Day visit https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/citizenship/celebrating-citizenship/australian-citizenship-day. | Australian

It’s Australian Citizenship Day! Today we’re welcoming thousands of new Australian citizens representing hundreds of different nationalities to our community. While the ceremonies are a little different from pre-COVID times, we are pleased that so many are still able to take place. Welcome to all our newest citizens. Be sure to tag us in your #AusCitzDay photos. | Australian Department of Home Affairs