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With only a few hours left, Australians across the country are preparing to ring in the new year.
Celebrations and events have been scheduled in major cities to bring Australians together, as they count down the final moments of 2025.

Looking for things to do today? We’ve got you covered with the latest events happening around town.

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns is encouraging residents of Sydney to join in on the festivities. While specific details are being kept confidential to ensure security, Minns assures the public that there is no cause for concern if they notice an increased police presence, including officers carrying long-arm weapons.

The iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks will return at midnight on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
At 11pm, a minute of silence will be held to commemorate the victims of the Bondi Beach terror attack.
The Harbour Bridge will also be lit up in white, with a menorah projected onto the bridge’s pylons.

Sydney residents are being called upon to gather and enjoy the New Year’s Eve celebrations. With the promise of excitement and community spirit, it’s a perfect occasion to come together and welcome the new year. Source: AAP / Bianca De Marchi

“We need to show defiance in the face of this evil,” he said on Tuesday.
“The best way of doing that is to spend some time with your friends and your family on New Year’s Eve, on Sydney Harbour.”
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said she hopes tonight’s event “brings people from all cultures, nationalities, faith, hope and joy, and a sense of unity as we stand together to see in this year new year”.
Events with increased security will also go ahead at Coogee, Parramatta and on the city’s northern beaches. However, a planned gathering at Bondi has been cancelled.
There will be thousands of armed police in attendance to ensure the crowds are safe all over the city.

Minns says the exact details are being kept under wraps so as not to compromise security, but he says people should not be alarmed if they see more police than usual with long-arm weapons.

Fireworks over the Sydney Harbour.

Sydneysiders have been urged to come together and celebrate New Year’s Eve. Source: AAP / Bianca De Marchi

Melbourne

Melbournians planning to join the city’s New Year’s Eve celebration can head to Flagstaff Gardens, Treasury Gardens, Kings Domain and Docklands, with live entertainment and fireworks from 9:30pm.
Around 500,000 people are expected to flock to the city for the fireworks.
Victoria Police will conduct extra patrols by sending both uniformed and plain-clothed officers, and there will be weapon searches at transport hubs.
“We want everyone to ring in the new year in style,” Melbourne Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece said.

“We also want people to play it safe, so we’re asking everyone to plan ahead, get in early and follow advice from transport and emergency services.”

Adelaide

Celebrations in Adelaide will kick off from 5:30pm with free family-friendly events in Elder Park, which has a capacity of 25,000 people.
People can enter the venue from King William Road, on King William Bridge, and in front of the Convention Centre. Fireworks will be on at 9pm and midnight.

On the coast, there will be family fireworks at Glenelg and Brighton at 9.30pm, and midnight fireworks at Glenelg.

Perth

In Perth, fireworks will light up the sky at 8:30pm and midnight, and people are encouraged to enjoy the best views at Elizabeth Quay, Barrack Square, the Supreme Court Gardens and the foreshore.

Brisbane

There will be simultaneous fireworks displays along the Brisbane River at 7:45pm and midnight.

A light show at Surfers Paradise will be held at 8pm.

Hobart

There will be fireworks over Hobart’s River Derwent at 9:30pm and midnight.
Families are advised to head to Regatta Grounds for the best viewing spot.

In Launceston, there will be the traditional BeerFest where attendees can enjoy food, drinks and live music.

Darwin

A family-friendly event will be held on the Darwin waterfront, with fireworks taking place at 9pm and midnight. The event is alcohol and smoke-free.
— With additional reporting by the Australian Associated Press.

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