Carols In The Domain has become Australia’s biggest Christmas celebration, with Sunrise’s Nat Barr and Matt Shirvington confirming they will be back as hosts this year.
The beloved event has a new naming rights partner for the first time in 21 years, following Woolworths’ decision to hand over the baton to iconic charity, The Salvation Army.
The charity has had a long association with the beloved event, which is now in its 43rd year.
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On Thursday, Nat and Shirvo announced they would be part of this year’s Carols In The Domain.
“It’s the best time of the year, and it’s almost here,” Barr told 7NEWS.com.au.
“Shirvo and I are thrilled to be back hosting Carols In The Domain and couldn’t be more excited to welcome The Salvation Army as our new presenting partner and the heart behind this year’s celebration.
“The choir, the voices, the colours, the magic … there’s no other night quite like Saturday, December 20.”
Shirvo went on to say what a magical evening it will be.
“Carols In The Domain is always such a special night … full of music, family, and that incredible Christmas spirit and hopefully Santa makes an appearance too,” Shirvo said.
“I can’t wait to be back hosting with Nat again, and what makes it even more meaningful this year is having The Salvation Army as our naming partner.
“The Salvos do such important work supporting Australians doing it tough, especially at Christmas, and they’ve been part of the Carols story for more than 40 years – so it’s only fitting they take centre stage this year.”
Woolworths will remain as a major supporter, paving the way for today’s announcement of a new naming rights partnership, with many thanks to the supermarket giant for their generous support over two decades.
The Salvation Army’s Janine Kewming said, “The Salvation Army is proud to extend our strong connection with Carols In The Domain and promote our shared values of bringing the true hope and joy of Christmas to life by giving back to those in need through our annual Christmas Appeal.”
Carols In The Domainhas become Australia’s largest annual Christmas celebration and will be held on Saturday December 20.
Tickets can be purchased here.
