Published on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 8:00:00 AM
Shire of Mundaring officially welcomed 67 new Australian citizens from 20 countries during a Citizenship Ceremony held on Thursday 22 October 2026.
The ceremony celebrated people from across the world choosing to call Australia, and the Perth Hills, home.
Countries represented included Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Egypt, Estonia, France, Germany, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, New Zealand, the Philippines, Poland, South Africa, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, the United States, Vietnam and Zimbabwe.
The event brought together family, friends, dignitaries and Council Members to recognise this important milestone for the Shire’s newest Australian citizens.
Deputy Shire President Luke Ellery emceed the evening, with Councillors Ben Heptinstall, Dave Grills, Matt Woods and Prapti Mehta also attending.
Cindy Nelson delivered a Welcome to Country, while Trish Cook MP delivered the Minister’s message on behalf of the Australian Government.
Deputy President Ellery welcomed the new citizens, reflecting on the significance of the occasion and the many different stories that had brought them to the Perth Hills.
"Citizenship ceremonies are a celebration of commitment to Australia and it's prosperity as new citizens also share in our nation's future.
“Congratulations to our 67 new citizens on your formal acceptance into the full rights and duties enjoyed by Australian Citizens"
Shire of Mundaring congratulates all 67 new citizens and warmly welcomes them as they begin this next chapter in the Heart of the Perth Hills.
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