Fireworks are seen over the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Sydney, Monday, January 1, 2024. Credit: AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts
As Australia bids farewell to an emotionally heavy 2025, communities across the country are welcoming 2026 with reflection, remembrance and renewed hope. This podcast explores how cities are marking the moment with fireworks, messages from national leaders, and heightened security, following events that shaped the national mood. It also brings listeners a guide to what’s on in major cities, highlighting where and how Australians can gather safely to welcome the new year together with fireworks and live entertainment.
As Australia bids farewell to an emotionally heavy 2025, communities across the country are welcoming 2026 with reflection, remembrance and renewed hope. This podcast explores how cities are marking the moment with fireworks, messages from national leaders, and heightened security, following events that shaped the national mood. It also brings listeners a guide to what’s on in major cities, highlighting where and how Australians can gather safely to welcome the new year together with fireworks and live entertainment.
