	{"id":151233,"date":"2024-12-06T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/?p=151233"},"modified":"2024-12-04T18:13:43","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T07:13:43","slug":"the-spirit-of-christmas-at-farmgate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/living\/the-spirit-of-christmas-at-farmgate\/","title":{"rendered":"The spirit of Christmas at Farmgate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>STARTED more than 40 years ago by the Robertson family in Mount Duneed, Robertson&#8217;s Farmgate has become a cherished part of the community.<\/p>\n<p>Every Christmas the family run business and farm transforms into a magical place.<\/p>\n<p>Families can choose their perfect, freshly cut Christmas tree and beautiful ornaments to add to their holiday traditions, or stunning decorations for around the home.<\/p>\n<p>A highlight for many will be Santa on his tractor, sitting along the highway, covered in sparkling lights.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_30038\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-30038\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-30038\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/Flowers_50657.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-30038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Among the many homewares and gift ideas, the Mount Duneed business also offers freshly cut glowers and potted plants.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Robertson family love seeing generations of locals return each year as they celebrate the season, community and Christmas spirit.<\/p>\n<p>Homewares and plenty of gift ideas are also on offer, making it a perfect place to complete some Christmas shopping.<\/p>\n<p>Freshly cut blooms, and potted plants, many grown on the farm, are also on offer, specialising in hydrangea, roses and dahlias.<\/p>\n<p>Those visiting the farm can expect to be greeted by a friendly, local team focused on customer service.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_30038\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-30038\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-30038\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/Kylie-Katie_50694.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-30038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">LEFT: Kylie and Katie Robertson are ready to celebrate Christmas with all of their customers. ABOVE: One of the highlights at Robertson&#8217;s Farmgate at this time of year is the sparkling lights with Santa sitting on the tractor.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The team at Robertson&#8217;s Farmgate encourage the community to buy local and support small businesses at this time of year, stocking a range of local products and supporting local growers.<\/p>\n<p>Open seven days a week, the Mount Duneed business is ready to celebrate the lead up to Christmas with the community.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/robertsonsfarmgate.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">robertsonsfarmgate.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>STARTED more than 40 years ago by the Robertson family in Mount Duneed, Robertson&#8217;s Farmgate has become a cherished part of the community. Every Christmas the family run business and farm transforms into a magical place. 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