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What are the prize details for the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

The Christmas Lights Competition offers several prizes including $1,500 cash for the People’s Choice, $1,500 cash for the Best Residential entry, $500 cash and a street sign for the Best Street, and various prizes for Best Business/Organisation and Best New Entry.

When does the Christmas Lights Competition 2025 end?

The Christmas Lights Competition ends on Friday, 28 November 2025 at 9 AM AEST, and no entries will be accepted after this date.

How can participants enter the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Entry into the Christmas Lights Competition is free and can be completed online at www.christmasinipswich.com.au. Entrants must submit an entry form along with two to five quality photos and optionally one video link.

Who is eligible to enter the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Participants must be 18 years or older, and only residents, businesses, and community organizations within the Ipswich City Council boundaries are eligible. Employees of Ipswich City Council and their immediate family cannot enter but may submit a ‘listing only’ entry.

How are winners selected in the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Winners in the Christmas Lights Competition are determined through judging based on specific criteria, and judging for finalists occurs on Wednesday, 3 December 2025, with a backup date of Thursday, 4 December 2025.

How will winners be notified in the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Winners of the Christmas Lights Competition will be announced at the Winner’s Announcement event on Friday, 12 December 2025, and are required to complete a Direct Payment Agreement Form to claim cash prizes by Monday, 15 December 2025.

What happens if a prize in the Christmas Lights Competition 2025 goes unclaimed?

Unclaimed prizes in the Christmas Lights Competition will not be mentioned specifically in the terms, but typically, it will be necessary to follow the provided guidelines for claiming prizes.

What is the role of Ipswich City Council in the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Ipswich City Council serves as the Promoter of the Christmas Lights Competition, overseeing the entry process, judging, and distribution of prizes.

What is the significance of the ‘listing only’ entry in the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

A ‘listing only’ entry allows community members to submit their displays for public viewing without being judged or eligible for prizes in the Christmas Lights Competition.

What are the safety requirements for participating in the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Entrants in the Christmas Lights Competition must ensure that their displays comply with safety regulations, including having current Public Liability Insurance and recommendations for electrical safety.

What is the timeframe for displaying lights during the Christmas Lights Competition 2025?

Entrants are encouraged to keep their light displays illuminated from Sunday, 30 November 2025, to Tuesday, 25 December 2025, with public judging scheduled for Wednesday, 3 December 2025, from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM AEST.