Dust off your decorations

LOCAL businesses are being invited to help spread the Christmas cheer by decorating their shopfronts this festive season.

Traders are being encouraged to dust off the tinsel and bows and enter the City of Greater Geelong’s window dressing competition.

The business judged as having the best display will win $1,000.

All participating stores will be supplied a big red bow to get their decorating under way.

Homewares boutique Townhouse Living in central Geelong has already set the bar high with its festive wonderland.

Interior designer and stylist Bridget Ryan said it was a special time of year.

“We love creating a bit of magic at Christmas time.

“Celebrating these times and traditions is so important to our team and our customers.”

Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj encouraged business owners from across the region to get involved.

“When our shopfronts come alive, the whole city feels brighter,” he said.

“It’s a wonderful way to celebrate creativity and Christmas spirit while supporting our traders. I can imagine Geelong looking like one big Christmas storybook.”

To get involved, register your business at geelong.link/dressyourbusiness

For full competition terms and conditions, head to geelongaustralia.com.au/christmas

Remember to tag @EventsGeelong and @CityofGreaterGeelong and use #GeelongChristmas when posting your creations online.