In order to boost the Christmas retail period, the Forbes Business Chamber in partnership with Find it in Forbes Christmas Committee, launched an 8 week promotion where shoppers can win cash prizes as well as a major $20,000 giveaway, simply by shopping in Forbes. shop where you see the colorful Christmas Tree and use the QR Code to enter into the draw.

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The promotion itself has a dedicated advertising budget with ads running in the weeks leading up to Christmas on radio, television, print and social media.

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With many local businesses registering involvement and sponsorship, the promotion also incorporates a Christmas Carnival featuring market stalls, live music, free children's amusements and face painting, dance performances and a surprise visit from Santa himself!  The Christmas Carnival is being held on the 9 December from 5 - 9pm in Rankin and Templar Streets.

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Local businesses use the festival to promote their stores and often have street sales and in-store competitions which adds to the already buzzing community event. 

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