The Ultimate Joy Bringers

This year we're celebrating the veteran joy bringers, those who hold years of Christmas wisdom - the perfected recipes, the art of wrapping, the OTT decorations. Their mission? To bring on the Joy. Their enthusiasm is infectious, and that’s precisely the point – to pass on these joyful traditions to those they love, each and every year.

How do I set the perfect Christmas feast?

Mission: Unforgettable festive feast

The Christmas table is the heart of the home, and the mission is to make it truly unforgettable. From the centrepiece ham to platters for every taste — and of course, fresh prawns — this is the food that brings everyone together. Finish with timeless favourites like moreish mince pies and a shimmering trifle to end the meal on a sweet note.

Stock up on festive produce and gourmet treats from Woolworths, Coles, and Aldi, explore Daily Needs Rice and Spices for all your pantry essentials, pick up freshly baked goods from Fig Tree Bakehouse, and source quality meats from The Butchers Block. Raise a glass with celebratory drinks from BWS.

The joy isn’t just in the making — it’s in watching friends and family share every bite.

See HERE for our most joyful Christmas recipes.

Help with outfit ideas for all your festive occasions

Mission: Christmas capsule wardrobe + feel-good festive look

Whether it’s the office Christmas party or the big Christmas Day lunch, the season is packed with moments that call for something special. This mission is all about building a Christmas capsule wardrobe — and a complete feel-good festive look — that takes the stress out of dressing and ensures every event feels effortless.

Start with versatile pieces from Felicita Fata, Best & Less, Lowes, or Kmart as your festive fashion foundation. Then let the details do the work: pair a sparkly bag and metallic heels for the office party; switch to a chic headscarf (that doubles as a belt) and comfy wedges for a relaxed yet stylish Christmas Day; and turn up the energy with bold accessories and statement shoes to welcome the New Year in style.

Complete your festive look with a touch of self-care and sparkle — from a fresh haircut or style at Epic Hair Designs, Face to Face Hair and Beauty, or Ur 10 Quick Cut, to brow and grooming treatments at Classic Eyebrows or i Barber, and a holiday-ready manicure or pedicure at Australian Nails, Forest Nails and Spa, or ProNail Bar.

With fashion, hair, and beauty all sorted, you’ll have a wardrobe — and a look — that works harder and brings joy across every festive occasion.

What are the best Christmas decorations to bring the joy?

Mission: Deck the halls

Decking the halls is more than decoration, it’s the backdrop to all the memories. Fairy lights strung across the patio, wreaths on the door, a giant blow-up Santa on the front lawn. This mission is about creating a space that feels inviting, festive, and full of warmth. Explore Kmart, Coles, Aldi, or Woolworths for ornaments, styling pieces, and finishing touches that make home the true stage for the season.

Wrapping Up the Mission

Christmas legends aren’t born, they’re made, one festive mission at a time. From food to fashion to those small... or not so small home details, the joy bringers are the ones who make it all happen. With every list ticked off at Forest Lake Shopping Centre, you’re not just shopping, you’re building the season’s best memories.