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Australian citizenship stories

A new Australian citizen says he wanted to take on the responsibilities and privileges of citizenship.

A new Australian citizen talks about why it was important for him to be more than a permanent resident.

New Australian citizens speak about their joy of living here and being able to participate in the community.

Listen to new citizens tell of their appreciation of Australia's freedoms and peaceful society.

Canadian-born model and author, Tara Moss, says that becoming an Australian citizen was a life changing moment.

Irish-born musician, Damien Leith, talks about his decision to become an Australian citizen.

Former Australian of the Year, Professor Fiona Stanley AC, talks about the sense of belonging that citizenship brings.

English-born media personality, Ian “Dicko” Dickson, talks about his love for Australia.

English-born musician, Leo Sayer, talks about Australian citizenship on the day of his citizenship ceremony.

Hear Australian-born musician, Ben Lee, talk about why it is exciting to be an Australian citizen.

Hear South African-born author, Bryce Courtenay AM, talk about what it means to be an Australian citizen.


Making the pledge/ceremony

See: The Australian Citizenship Pledge

Citizenship pledge

New Australian citizens across the nation make the Australian Citizenship Pledge.