Fireworks are being stockpiled across Australia as police remain vigilant about the threat of terrorism and urge people to party safely ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations.
In Sydney, revellers are being urged to mark the end of 2016 normally after a man accused of threatening to hurt and kill others on Saturday night was arrested coming off a flight from London.
Premier Mike Baird said people should attend the nation's biggest New Year's celebration with the knowledge police are "doing everything they can to keep us safe."
"Ultimately the best way that we can respond to the threats around the world is to fight for our freedoms," he said.
David Bowie, Prince and Gene Wilder will be honoured in the Sydney pyrotechnics display, which will adorn the Harbour Bridge, barges and CBD at midnight.
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More than a million people are expected to flock to the celebration where an estimated seven tonnes of fireworks will be let loose over the harbour.
Fireworks will also light up the country's other state capitals.
In Melbourne, there will be a strong police and ambulance presence in the CBD to support the half-a-million people expected to flock to the area.
Police in Tasmania have vowed to to tackle illegal drugs and anti-social behaviour, especially at the annual Falls Festival southeast of Hobart.
In WA , the annual Perth Cup will be held at Ascot Racecourse, while 50,000 Big Bash League fans are expected at Adelaide Oval before spilling over to other events.
Aussie Music Icon Diesel will spark up the crowd at Darwin's waterfront, while entertainment and food stalls will be available at Brisbane's South Bank.
