Calling all Santa’s helpers!

Media Release
July 15, 2010

Calling all Santa’s helpers!

Ever dreamed of dressing up as an elf and taking part in the Auckland Farmers Santa Parade?

Well it’s not an impossible dream. Preparations for the annual event are well underway and volunteers are being sought to help with one of the most popular and special days of the year.

The Farmers Santa Parade has delivered joy to Auckland families since 1934 and this year’s event will be no different, Santa will make his way through our big little city on Saturday 28 November (rain date Sunday 5 December).

Each year the Farmers Santa Parade relies on volunteers to make the parade a success. Organisers are currently looking for energetic and enthusiastic people who are willing to get dressed up in costume and lend a hand.

“We’re looking for fun-loving volunteers who can help out in the parade and behind the scenes. You must be willing to have a good time and help make the day special for all,” says parade organiser Pam Glaser.

“We have some people who’ve been involved for a few decades and some families who come along for the first time – everyone is welcome.”

Adults and children aged 12 and older are needed to be part of the parade and dress in fantasy costume.

“We especially need those who can dance, do drama or have a specific skill such as rollerblading or juggling,” says Pam.

Behind-the-scene volunteers are also needed and must be older than 18 years and willing to help as marshals, banner carriers, costume minders and the like.

Volunteers are required from about 11am on the day and will be free to go from about 4pm.

For more information on becoming a volunteer please call (09) 358 2395. Alternatively you can go to www.santaparade.co.nz, head to the volunteer page, fill out the application form online or download it and send it to the P.O. Box address provided. You will then be contacted to come in for a fitting.

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