The word Sydney then spread across the arch before a multi-coloured waterfall of fireworks cascaded down from the world-famous structure. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Fireworks light up the Sydney harbour. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Revellers arrive early for New Year’s Eve fireworks in Melbourne. Photograph: Mal Fairclough/AFP/Getty ImagesPolice had tightened security measures before the New Year’s Eve fireworks, and Sydney’s lord mayor, Clover Moore, said revellers could expect a “fabulous and safe” display. More than $2.6m was being spent on Melbourne’s New Year’s Eve celebrations, which included 14 tonnes of fireworks.

Source: The Guardian December 31, 2017 05:00 UTC