SANTA had already dropped off a whole room full of presents ahead of his arrival at Burrumbeet on Sunday afternoon. Mr Claus had a big job ahead, with about 1600 people to meet and greet for Ballarat Health Services’ family Christmas carnival.
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BHS’ social team had four barbecues fired up to cook 1400 sausages, 800 hamburgers and 45 kilograms of onions in four hours. Catering also featured 800 hot dogs, 800 rolls and a towering pallet of water.
Preparations started last Christmas to cater for all ages in fun activities like a petting zoo, pony rides, motorbike tours, face painting and carnival stalls were all on offer. Show ride favourites like the Cha Cha and Rock Star swung into action – all free.
Six-year-old Makayla Lendrec-Doggett said the fairy floss, petting zoo and ponies were pretty cool. But the huge, inflatable shark slide was definitely worth trying.
“It’s not scary at all,” Makayla said
