Australia Post is encouraging children to write and post their letters and wish-lists to Santa Claus early to ensure they receive a reply from the Big Man before Christmas Day.
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To take part, send your festive letters to Santa, North Pole, 9999, with a 65-cent Christmas stamp on the front of the envelope and your name and return address on the back so Santa knows where to send his reply.
Parents and children who have low vision can opt-in to receive a large text reply from Santa by sending their letters to: Santa Mail (large text) North Pole, 9999.
Santa Mail letters can be placed in any dedicated Santa Mail box or red street post box, with families encouraged to lodge their letters before Friday, December 14, so Santa can reply before loading up his sleigh.
“Christmas is a very special time of year for children of all ages, so we are pleased to be able to invite more families to get involved and celebrate the festivities,” Australia Post spokesperson Michelle Skehan said.
“Santa Mail is not only a cherished Christmas tradition in many households, but also a wonderful way for children to practise their letter writing skills at school or home. Sending a letter to Santa is a fun and easy way to show kids how to address, stamp and post a letter.
“The fun doesn’t stop at the post box either, children can follow the progress of their letter through our new interactive online tracker and there’s plenty of other Christmas activities children can find on our Santa Mail website.”
Families are also encouraged to pick up and fill out the free Santa Mail postcards at participating Post Offices.
For further information on Santa Mail, and how to take part – as well as letter writing tips – visit auspost.com.au/santamail
