But Custard Clown Uncle Colin and his prankster pal Mr Woo, sporting a bright red wig, rosy cheeks and garish checked suit, were on hand to buffoon around and warm up the crowds.

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"There are people in Australia who stay in bed because they cannot afford to stay warm, " he shouted, as his rosy face turned a deeper shade of red.

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Budding photographers should visit in the late afternoon to make the most of the red sunsets that coat the downtown rooftops in a rosy glow.

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