Christmas fans are ignoring the rising electricity prices this festive season, with twinkling lights draped across trees, lawns and homes across the country.
Some Christmas fans are ignoring rising electricity prices this festive season, with twinkling lights draped across trees, lawns and homes across the country.
The beloved tradition of looking at Christmas lights on a warm summer's evening certainly won't be missed this year – thousands of households have already painstakingly hung their colourful decorations and are spreading cheer in their communities.
Here, we round up some of the best lights in Australia and where to find them. From Mudgee in NSW and High Wycombe in WA to Burleigh Waters in Queensland and Roxby Downs in SA, the joyful festivities can be seen far and wide.
If you've decorated for Christmas, send your photos to contact@nine.com.au for a chance to be featured in our story.
Mudgee, NSW
This couple from regional NSW captured their festive lights from the sky – and their house is the brightest on the block.
"Each year my hubby goes above and beyond," homeowner Tash told nine.com.au.
"He puts the lights up, I pass him the beer."
High Wycombe, WA
One Perth family has used the ABC hit Bluey as the theme of their Australian-themed Christmas decorations.
You can find these lights on Palmer Crescent in the suburb of High Wycombe.
Baulkham Hills, NSW
There appears to be a two-storey house hiding underneath the spectacular decorations at this property in Baulkham Hills in Sydney's north-west.
You can enjoy these decorations on Goodin Road.
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Jamboree Heights, Queensland
It might be nudging 30-degrees most days in Queensland during December, but this Brisbane family is helping their neighbours enjoy a white Christmas.
The display here on Mistral Street in Jamboree Heights comes complete with a blow-up Rudolph and his sleigh.
St Albans, Victoria
The local community on Brown Avenue in St Albans in Melbourne's west loves to dress their homes in festive decorations each year.
"The display is designed to bring joy and holiday spirit to families across the area," homeowner Claudia told nine.com.au.
Croydon Park, SA
This home in Adelaide's north-west is so decked out with lights, figurines and stuffed animals, you can hardly see the lawn.
Passersby surely stop and marvel at these lights every evening on Days Road in Croydon Park, South Australia.
Sandstone Point, Queensland
The owners of this home in the coastal Queensland town of Sandstone Point built a tree on their driveway using 3000 cans of VB.
Their magical Christmas display is also complete with a waterfall display, a gingerbread area and a nativity scene, which you can witness at the home on Clark Terrace.
"Continue through to our walk-through garage, where a singing Santa performs alongside angels, gingerbread characters, Mrs Claus and many other Christmas favourites," homeowner Jodie said.
Mount Martha, Victoria
Victorian man Rod and his neighbour both pulled out all the stops to decorate their homes on Florence Street in Mount Martha this Christmas.
The homeowners are also taking donations for the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne from visitors enjoying their lights.
Flinders View, Queensland
There is a magical Christmas wonderland on display at this home on Pearwood Street in Flinders View, Queensland.
Hoppers Crossing, Victoria
This home on Wildflower Crescent in Hoppers Crossing, in Melbourne's south-west, has so many decorations that the owners can't park in their driveway during Christmas time.
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Geebung, Queensland
Queensland mum Katie said her 15-year-old son began installing Christmas lights at their home in Geebung in Brisbane's north around October.
"My son, aged 15, has done the entire design and installation himself," Katie said proudly.
"He has always loved Christmas lights and this year has done a fantastic job."
Gowrie, ACT
Canberra man James has been collecting Christmas lights for 12 years to create this masterpiece.
The display, located on Ruthven Street in Gowrie, helps raise money for multiple sclerosis (MS) and has so far netted over $125,000 in donations.
Gregory Hills, NSW
You can find this cheery display, complete with a Spider-Man surprise on the driveway, in Gregory Hills in Sydney's south-west.
West Hobart, Tasmania
Christmas light fans come from around the neighbourhood to witness this glorious home on Molle Street in West Hobart.
Look closely and you can spot some fun surprises, including a small Ferris wheel.
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