Santas running
Anyone whose idea of Christmas-related fun is running around in a Santa suit can register for the Great New Zealand Santa Run, to be staged all around the country, including in Whangārei and Kerikeri on Wednesday.
The event will start on the Kerikeri Domain and the Whangārei Canopy Bridge at 6.30pm, with the courses kept easy so all Santas can finish with minimal training.
Every entrant will receive a Santa suit (trousers or skirt, top, hat, belt and beard) in return for their entry fee. Kids under 13 will get a Santa hat.
In past years runners have embellished their costumes, or made their own.
Go to www.santarun.co.nz to register or for more information.