Jingle all the way

Kane Taualofa keeps in beat with the pipe band.
Kane Taualofa keeps in beat with the pipe band.
The youngsters were waiting for this one in the parade.
The youngsters were waiting for this one in the parade.
Shane Crosbie used his trike to tow the I-Hire float.
Shane Crosbie used his trike to tow the I-Hire float.
Town Crier Lynley McKerrow enjoys the parade.
Town Crier Lynley McKerrow enjoys the parade.
H & J Smith entered a float to show their gratitude to the community.
H & J Smith entered a float to show their gratitude to the community.
The Foveaux Pearls Marching team entry in the parade.
The Foveaux Pearls Marching team entry in the parade.
Marnie Hughes, 2, hangs on tight to dad Chris Hughes.
Marnie Hughes, 2, hangs on tight to dad Chris Hughes.
Steve-O the Stag gets in the Christmas spirit.
Steve-O the Stag gets in the Christmas spirit.

Crowds basked in glorious sunshine as the Southland Santa Parade weaved its way through the Invercargill city centre last Saturday. Photographer Dave Loudon captured these shots.