Australian Citizenship Day – 17 September

Thousands are celebrating becoming new Australians, as local councils hosted ceremonies around the country for Australian Citizenship Day, 17 Sep.

Allan Lee (2nd left) joined the group of Australia's newest citizens in a ceremony in the City of Coffs Harbour in New South Wales - SBS.

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Hari Kewarganegaraan Australia – 17 September

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This year people from more than 140 nations attended ceremonies held over 24 hours for Australian Citizenship Day.

September 17th was chosen as the day as it recognises the legislation that gave rise to the idea of Australian citizenship under the then-named Nationality and Citizenship Act of 1948.

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