SCENIC RIM WELCOMES NEW AUSTRALIANS ON CITIZENSHIP DAY

The Scenic Rim welcomed another 36 fair dinkum Aussies on Citizenship Day in a ceremony at The Centre, Beaudesert.

Mayor Greg Christensen officially welcomed as citizens those who pledged their loyalty to Australia and its people, their respect for its democratic beliefs, rights and liberties and their commitment to uphold and obey its laws.

Citizenship Day, celebrated each year on 17 September, provides an opportunity for all Australians to take pride in Australia's democratic values and celebrate the role citizens play in shaping the nation.

"You will be changed forever and become truly citizens of Australia with all the rights and obligations that carries," Cr Christensen told the Scenic Rim's newest Australians.

"You will also have a voice in the future of this great nation."

Having come from Asia, Europe, the United Kingdom, Africa and New Zealand, Australia's newest citizens have made their homes at various places across the region including Beaudesert, Boonah, Canungra, Mount Walker, Tamborine Mountain and Tamborine.

Cr Christensen said he was thrilled to see the range of ages and backgrounds among the new citizens.

"They all wished to be part of our great country and the best part of our great country is here in the Scenic Rim," he said.

The new citizens were treated to an afternoon tea including some Australian favourites including lamingtons and Anzac biscuits and each received gifts including an Australian native plant.

See below for the full list of the Scenic Rim's newest Australians.