Thousands of eager children lined the streets of Auckland to get a glimpse of the jolly man in red. It wasn't only Santa who delighted the crowd - the New Zealand Army Band, the Christmas Train, Willie Wonka floats and a giant inflated Cat in the Hat also took part in the 78th annual Farmers' Santa Parade.
Slideshow: Farmers Santa Parade
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