Eight new citizens welcomed

Published on 28 September 2020

Eight new citizens were welcomed by Mayor Bob Kirk on Thursday, in what was the first citizenship ceremony able to held during 2020, due to COVID-19. 

Mayor Kirk was joined by Deputy Mayor Peter Walker to present certificates to the citizens who come from a range of countries including Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Scotland, Philippines, Palestine and India.

“It has been a difficult year, and a long wait for some of these new citizens as we worked through COVID-19 patiently waiting for the chance to host a ceremony. During this time people have been offered the opportunity to complete their citizenship through online events, however it is such a nice occasion that many chose to wait until a ceremony could be held in person” said Mayor Kirk.

“Citizenship ceremonies are one of the nicest events I get to attend and officiate in my role as Mayor, and hopefully we can keep on top of COVID-19 and continue holding in-person events in some format moving forward.”

Following the ceremony the new citizens along with family and friends enjoyed a socially distanced morning tea with Mayor Bob Kirk and Deputy Mayor Peter Walker.

Photos taken throughout the ceremony are available to view on the Goulburn Mulwaree Council Facebook page.