Enjoy Candy Land, Elf Town this Christmas
Christmas means many things for many people, but one thing is certain – it’s a wonderful time to work together to spread some extra festive cheer throughout our community.
As Christmas nears once again, Lockyer Valley Regional Council is embarking on a range of exciting initiatives to celebrate the festive season.
One that is set to shine the brightest is sure to be the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, with its very own Christmas tree set to be erected today.
In addition, residents are encouraged to keep their eyes peeled over the next few days as our merry men and women create two whimsical Christmas precincts for the Lockyer Valley to enjoy!
Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor, Cr Tanya Milligan said these were all perfect ways to bring Christmas cheer and joy to the region.
“How exciting that you can quite literally step into a magical Christmas Wonderland in Elf Town, Gatton and Candy Land, Laidley.
“From twinkling fairy lights to gingerbread houses, holiday cheer will be in overdrive at Centenary Gardens, Gatton and Das Neumann Haus, Laidley.”
Our youngest residents can also write their wish lists to the North Pole and find special mailboxes, designed just for Santa’s letters, at the Gatton and Laidley Libraries.
Letters posted before 13 December will receive a reply from Mrs Clause, Santa’s elves or even Santa himself!
“Be it sparkling lights, colourful decorations or letters to Santa, we’re certainly doing our part to bring Christmas joy to as many residents as possible,” she said.
Council also joined forces with students from Faith Lutheran College, who built Christmas present boxes to feature in the Christmas installation.
Mayor Milligan thanked the students involved for their time and efforts in what is an already busy time of year.
“How wonderful for this group of clever students to offer to do this!
“Our Council is passionate about partnerships, and working with our younger members of the community, who have so kindly offered to assist in creating these special Christmas displays, is incredibly rewarding.
“I’m sure the decorations will bring a smile to many residents in the lead-up to Christmas,” she said.
For more information, contact Council on 1300 005 872.
