The winning floats from the AAM Timber Mount Gambier Christmas Parade have been announced.
The parade kicked off the festive season in Mount Gambier on Saturday, with thousands of people lining Commercial Street for the event.
City of Mount Gambier Community Events Officer Liana Golubic said the event was well supported by both entries and spectators.
“We would like to thank the schools, businesses, community and sporting groups and the many volunteers who helped bring this magical event to life this year,” she said.
“It was incredible to see the spirit and creativity of our community, sparking smiles and laughter from all watching along Commercial Street.”
Entries competed for prizes judged on energy and engagement, creativity, and effort.
Judges scored the floats in the various categories, with the following floats receiving awards.
All prize money is donated by AAM Timber.
The livestream replay of the parade is available to watch on the City of Mount Gambier website, Facebook page, or Youtube channel.
2023 Category Winners
MOST OUTSTANDING ENTRY – $750: Building our Lives on Jesus by St Martin’s Lutheran College
BEST CHRISTMAS THEME – $500: The Joy of Christmas by Tenison Woods College
BEST SCHOOL ENTRY – $500: An Aussie Christmas by Compton Primary School
BEST CLUB OR COMMUNITY ORGANISATION ENTRY – $250: Winter Wonderland by Tonique Studio
OPEN CATEGORY – $250: An Aussie Truckin’ Christmas by the Mt Gambier Truck Show
BEST THEMED BAND – $250: Creswick Brass Band
ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD – $250: A French Christmas by Mulga Street Primary School
BEST NON-CITY ENTRY – $250: The Mil Lel Christmas Minions by Mil Lel Primary School
BEST RECYCLED RESOURCES ENTRY – $250: What did you spy at the beach today? by Ocean Drifters Family Day Care
