CHRISTMAS PARADE
WINNER: The Polar Express train, made by Amourshield Ltd, won the hearts of the judges at the Stratford Christmas Parade on Sunday. The float was complete with a train conductor and pyjama clad children.
SECOND PLACE: Some beautifully handcrafted masks made by the children of Dynamite Bay earned them second place for their festive float.

TRADITIONAL STORYBOOK: 'Twas the night before Christmas' was the theme for the Taranaki Pioneer Village float. A traditional storybook theme which earned them third place at the parade.