The Whittlesea Agricultural Society (WAS) has launched the inaugural Whittlesea Community Christmas Tree Extravaganza.
Organisations, shops, trades, community groups, schools, individuals and any other interested parties are being invited to enter a decorated Christmas tree for the event.
WAS president Erica Hawke said she proposed the idea following two years with no Whittlesea Show.
She said it was the “perfect time” for the community to come together, and that the response so far was encouraging.
“We have had a great response from the community,” Ms Hawke said.
“The WAS Administration building is packed with decorated trees, lights and decorations.
“Some trees are decorated in a theme depending on the business or organisation and some are just made to look pretty.
“The overall effect is a Christmas Wonderland in the Whittlesea township for everyone to enjoy.”
The entry fee is $10 per decorated tree, and the fee to view is a gold coin donation.
Ms Hawke said the proceeds will be donated to a local community group or cause, as voted for by the public.
The Christmas Tree Extravaganza will be open until Thursday, December 23, open daily from noon until 9pm.
Sensory sessions with low light and music will run on Wednesdays from noon until 3pm.
Details: info@whittleseashow.org.au
Michaela Meade
