December 2008

10 minutes with... Santa Claus

If you’ve got what it takes to be jolly, join Santa in spreading the cheer this Christmas

WORDS ANNE LOH

Hello, Santa. We've been good this year.
It’s wonderful to hear you say that, maybe I can bring you something special this Christmas. I hope you come to visit me when I make my public appearances this month.

What have you been busy with so far?
I’ve been working in the toy workshop making sure that the elves are preparing all the children’s toys for my delivery on Christmas Eve. And the reindeer always need special attention at this time of year so I’ve been busy grooming and training them.

We hear you'll be extra busy this season with Westaff. What special program have you got on?
Well, I’ve been visiting Westaff’s Santa School which is very important because Westaff helps me recruit the Santa helpers that you see in shopping centres and department stores, so children can visit me and have their photos taken.

How can the public help you with your task?
Every year, more and more children want to have their photograph taken with me. So I work with Westaff to help find jolly, fun-loving people to be a Santa helper. It’s a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community and make children and families happy during the Christmas season.

Any words of good cheer for Jetstar passengers?
Merry Christmas to you and your family and I hope you enjoy this festive Christmas season. I look forward to seeing you soon.

If you’ve got what it takes to spread Christmas cheer this year, please call Westaff’s Santa School on 1800 753 390.