More Than 100 People Take The Citizenship Pledge To Call Australia And

Published on 23 September 2026

More than 120 people from over 30 countries officially became Australian citizens at a City of Launceston citizenship ceremony held today at the Albert Hall. Joined by their family, friends and other community members, the conferees took the Australian Citizenship Pledge, which marks the final step in their journey to become Australian citizens.

New citizens came from countries including Bhutan, Brazil, Canada, India, Indonesia, Nepal, the Philippines, South Africa and Wales.

City of Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood said citizenship ceremonies were always significant events, and ones that were a privilege to be a part of. “Citizenship ceremonies are genuinely one of the best parts of being Mayor,” Mayor Garwood said.

Today we welcomed more than 120 new Australian citizens from 30 different countries, each bringing their own story, culture and experiences to our community.” “Becoming an Australian citizen is a huge moment but today is also about belonging. Whether you were born here, have lived here for generations or became an Australian today, Launceston is your city and you are part of what makes our community what it is.”

This ceremony was the final citizenship ceremony to be held by the City of Launceston in 2026 New citizens came from countries including Bhutan, Brazil, Canada, India, Indonesia, Nepal, the Philippines, South Africa and Wales.