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Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties › Citizenship
What is the significance of Citizenship Day in Australia?
- The date of the first Australian citizenship ceremony
- 17 September, a day celebrating the value of Australian citizenship and welcoming new citizens
- A day promoting applications for citizenship
- The date Australia became a federation
Why this is the correct answer
Citizenship Day is observed annually on 17 September to celebrate the value and significance of Australian citizenship and to welcome new citizens into the Australian community. It marks the date in 1948 when the Australian Citizenship Act came into force, creating Australian citizenship as a distinct status.