Welcome to the Kiwi Whānau!
Today, we proudly celebrate the diversity and unity of our beautiful country as we welcome new citizens from Germany, Zimbabwe, South Africa, India, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Indonesia, and the United States of America.
Becoming a New Zealander is more than just a change of status—it’s a shared commitment to our values of manaakitanga (hospitality), diversity, and community. We are thrilled to have you as part of our growing whānau (family).
May your journey here be filled with opportunities, friendships, and the warm embrace of Aotearoa’s unique culture and landscapes.
With friends and family in attendance, each recipient was presented with their citizenship award and a small kowhai tree by Grey District Mayor Tania Gibson.
Back row left to right: Tinsy Basil,Evana Basil, Basil Saju, Chavonne Jordaan, Dalton Otto, Klaus Auberger, Berend Jordaan, Jack Toulson, Lindsay Bamford, Sydney Smit, Liliana Smit and Maximillian Dickens.
Front Row left to right: Chantelle Jordaan, Yvonne Jordaan, Mayor Tania Gibson, Herni Johan.
It is with pleasure we welcome these new citizens.
