These Ceremonies are organised for people residing in the Hutt Valley who want to become New Zealand citizens.
The Department of Internal Affairs coordinate all aspects of who can apply, the proceedings and all correspondence for each person or family group wanting citizenship.
Hutt City Council hosts the official ceremony, where people undertake the "swearing in" process. In acknowledgement of this, the Mayor presents them with their official Citizenship Certificate, a plant in celebration and light refreshments. These are held in the Lower Hutt Town Hall on a quarterly basis.