Dubbo's Valentino, Dana and Athena Kek got in early and sent their wish lists to the North Pole via the Post Office last week. Children are encouraged to send their letter before Friday, December 13 to receive a personalised letter from Santa before Christmas Day.

Last year more than 130,000 wish lists and letters were delivered to the North Pole with children following the progress of their message via Australia Post's interactive Santa Mail tracker online.

Santa Mail allows children to send their wish lists or letters to the North Pole via the Post Office before Friday, December 13 to receive a personalised letter from Santa before Christmas Day.

Australia Post's Michelle Skehan said the organisation was again delighted to spread the cheer and encourage more families to participate in the fun.

"Christmas is a magical time of year, and Santa Mail is a treasured tradition in so many households. It is also a wonderful opportunity for children to practice their letter writing skills and how to address, stamp and post a letter.

"Whether it's at home or school, children and teachers are invited to jump on to the Santa Mail website to track their letter, together with helpful letter writing tips and decorative Christmas templates," said Ms Skehan.

Children can send their letters to Santa, North Pole, 9999 with a Christmas stamp on the front and their name and return address on the back so Santa knows where to send his reply.

Parents and children who have low vision can opt-in to receive a large text reply from Santa by sending their letters to: Santa Mail (large text) North Pole, 9999.

Letters can be placed in the dedicated Santa Mailbox at the Dubbo Post Office or any red street post box.

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