Australia's 2026 NYE Events: Fireworks & Celebrations Guide
Your complete guide to welcoming 2026 across Australia. Discover fireworks times, family events, party zones and weather forecasts for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and all capital cities.
Your complete guide to welcoming 2026 across Australia. Discover fireworks times, family events, party zones and weather forecasts for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and all capital cities.
Jacob Bethell overcame nerves to score a crucial 40* at the MCG, crediting IPL crowds for his composure. The young batter eyes the No. 3 spot as England look to Sydney.
Professor Emma Johnston AO, the pioneering first woman to lead the University of Melbourne, has died from cancer complications. Remembered as a transformative scientist and dedicated educator.
The Broadway musical 'Anastasia' makes its Australian premiere in Melbourne. Our review finds a visually lavish but historically shallow show, saved only by a few standout performances.
Skip the stress this New Year's Eve with Honey & Co's forgiving one-pot chicken and rice with tangy Iraqi amba. A simple, abundant buffet centrepiece perfect for a festive, fuss-free celebration.
Live updates from day four of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Follow every over as England look to build on their fightback. Get involved with your thoughts.
A 25-year-old Austrian tourist was winched to safety after falling from a cliff at Bushrangers Bay. Read the full details of the dramatic rescue mission.
Monty Panesar praises Ben Stokes's resilience as England secure a consolation Ashes win in Melbourne. Read how the captain overcame immense pressure to lead his side to victory.
Monty Panesar hails Ben Stokes's mental toughness as England secure a historic Test victory in Melbourne, ending a 15-year drought on Australian soil. Read the full analysis.
Your complete guide to London's New Year's Eve fireworks on the Thames. Find key timings, ticketing details for six zones, and how to watch on TV. Plan your 2025 celebration now.
Discover 12 of London's most glamorous New Year's Eve parties for 2026, from glittering rooftop terraces to exclusive speakeasies. Plan your ultimate celebration now.
Victoria Police are investigating a car fire in Melbourne's St Kilda during Hanukkah as a potential hate crime. The vehicle was covered in antisemitic graffiti.
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
A car displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was firebombed in Melbourne on Christmas Day, escalating fears in the Jewish community. Read the latest on this suspected antisemitic attack.
A vehicle displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' billboard was set alight in St Kilda East, Melbourne, in a suspected antisemitic attack on Christmas morning. Police are searching for a suspect.
Relive five unforgettable Boxing Day Ashes Tests that defined cricket history, featuring heroics from Ian Botham, Kevin Pietersen, and Shane Warne. Discover the drama that unfolded.
Two OnlyFans creators, Emily Mai and Alix Lynx, reveal how they balance festive family time with their adult content work, earning up to six figures a month without taking a day off. Discover their unique holiday routines.
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
Discover the perfect outfits for every NYE 2026 plan, from city pubs to country cottages. Get inspired with our style guide for a sparkling start to the new year.
Victoria Police have been granted new powers to ban protests for up to a month, following the Bondi terror attack. The laws will be in effect for the Boxing Day Test. Read the full details.
Australia faces a weather split this Christmas, with severe heatwaves on the Queensland-NSW border and Melbourne bracing for its coldest Christmas Day since 2006. Get the full forecast.
A jury has been discharged after failing to reach verdicts in the trial of Michael Clarke, accused of murdering 17-year-old Tanesha Melbourne-Blake in a 2018 Tottenham drive-by shooting. The case will be retried.
London's New Year's Eve fireworks face a drizzly forecast. Discover if the iconic display will be cancelled and see the full weather outlook for the capital's celebrations.
The Met Office predicts a damp New Year's Eve in London, with light rain from 7pm continuing into New Year's Day. Plan your celebrations accordingly.
Your ultimate guide to London's New Year's Eve 2025. Discover Back to the 90s parties, exclusive restaurant reviews from Brigadiers to The Elizabeth, and unmissable deals. Make your night count.
Skip the crowds on the Thames. Discover seven fantastic alternative New Year's Eve events in London, from supper clubs to silent discos, for a memorable 2026.
Tom Silvagni, son of Australian Rules football legend Stephen Silvagni, has been sentenced to six years and two months for the rape of a woman at his Melbourne home. Read the full court details.
Discover London's best New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations. From a silent disco at The Anthologist to a masquerade in The Gherkin, find your perfect party to ring in the new year.
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?