Five new citizens will choose to officially become Australian citizens at the Jellicoe Park ceremony.

Moree Plains Shire Council mayor, Cr Katrina Humphries said Australia Day is a significant day to reflect on the privilege of Australian citizenship and what it means to be Australian.

“Australia Day is a time for us to give a warm welcome to our newest citizens and acknowledge the importance of what it means to become a full member of the Australian community,” she said.

Across Australia, almost 13,000 people from around 130 countries are set to become Australian citizens at more than 330 citizenship ceremonies on January 26.

Cr Humphries said citizenship is the common bond uniting all Australians, whether you are a citizen by birth or by choice.

An Australian citizenship affirmation ceremony will also be part of the celebration at Jellicoe Park allowing all Australians to congratulate and welcome new citizens.

“Thousands of Australians are also expected to affirm their citizenship, bringing communities together in regional and metropolitan Australia,” Cr Humphries said.

“I congratulate those becoming Australian citizens on making their commitment to Australia, and encourage everyone to come and join in on the local celebrations this Australia Day.”