We are one, we are many

Key points

• A citizenship ceremony in Coffs Harbour welcomed 120 new Australian citizens from 36 countries last week. Officiated by Mayor Nikki Williams and local MP Gurmesh Singh, the event drew more than 400 family and friends.
• Speakers encouraged the new citizens to volunteer and give back to the community. Among them was Sien Tedjo, who from Indonesia helps newcomers settle into local life through a monthly multicultural lunch at Jetty Park.
• Other new citizens shared their reasons for making Coffs Harbour home.