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Australia Day fireworks 2019: Where to watch the fireworks in every capital city

Want to know where the annual Australia Day fireworks are being held near you? We've got your covered with our complete around-the-country guide.
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Australia Day is a chance to celebrate the last sunny days of January with friends and family.

We tuck into delicious food and wine, then when the sun goes down we’re treated to a stunning fireworks display.

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So where can you watch the fireworks in your capital city on Australia Day? We’ve found out all the info you need to know.

FYI, sadly there are no fireworks being held in Darwin or Hobart this year.

For more official information, visit australiaday.com.au

Sydney

Sydney

The stunning fireworks will kick off from 9pm for 15-minutes over beautiful Sydney Harbour. The best vantage points are anywhere by the water, including First Fleet Park, Hickson Road Reserve, Circular Quay East, the Overseas Passenger Terminal and Sydney Opera House.

Melbourne

Melbourne

Docklands Harbour will host Melbourne’s fabulous fireworks display, as the sparks are released from barges along the harbour at 9pm.

If you happen to be at the Australian Open on January 26th, you’ll be treated to an extra show in the Women’s Single Final and later on, the Mixed Doubles Final.

Brisbane

Brisbane

Because there is no Daylight Savings in Queensland, the sun sets a little earlier than the rest of the country.

That means the fireworks will go off at 7.30pm over South Bank. caps the night off early, sending its light display into the night at South Bank by 7:30pm, and a second display on Bribie Island and in Redcliffe, both at 8pm.

Canberra

Canberra

Lake Burley Griffin will light up at 9pm with fireworks over Commonwealth Avenue Bridge at 9pm.

Adelaide

Adelaide

The fireworks will be launched from Pinky Flat and the River Torrens at 9.30pm. Find yourself a spot along the River Torrens –

there are two vantage points there that offer the best views.

Perth

Perth

Perth is doing things a little earlier, with the fireworks kicking off at 8pm. Grab a spot along the Swan River for the best vantage point of the stunning display.

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