Events & Exhibitions

Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony

View photos from the 2008 Australia Day celebrations in Canberra where the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd presided over a citizenship ceremony at which 115 people from 38 countries became our newest citizens.

Australia Needs Skills Expos

The Australia Needs Skills expos are being held around the world and are designed to help meet the current skills shortage in Australia. Australian employers can meet people with the skills and experience needed to fill job vacancies in Australia. Overseas workers are invited to attend to learn about visas and employment in Australia.

Local Hero Award

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship sponsors the Local Hero Award as part of the Australia Day celebrations.

Refugee Week 2009

The department supports Refugee Week 2009, which will be held from 14–20 June.