A NINE-YEAR-OLD girl became the envy of every child in the world when she became Santa’s little helper.

Olivia Breen rode with Father Christmas in his sleigh through the streets before coming to a stop at his grotto in The Walnuts shopping centre, High Street, Orpington.

There they were met by other children who wanted to tell the bearded present giver what they want for Christmas.

News Shopper: Olivia was Santa's little helper for the day

Olivia, of Pinewood Drive, Orpington, got to ride with Santa Claus after winning a competition at The Walnuts.

She said: “I was so excited to be helping Santa. “I can’t believe I won.”

Father Christmas said: “It was great to meet Olivia and have her help for the day.

“I hope she and all the other children around the world have a brilliant Christmas.”