When to watch the Sydney fireworks on TV

And there’s no judgement here because, after all, we’ve all managed to squeak by for another 12 months, you deserve to prepare for the next 12 however you see fit.

If that means a quiet night in with your favourites, then so be it.

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In Sydney there are two “firework events” – one at 9pm and another at midnight.

You can watch it on ABC TV, on the national broadcaster’s Facebook page , iview or on its YouTube channel.

The broadcast begins at 8.35pm

If you’re keen to get in the mood right now – here’s the family-friendly 9pm playlist.

And the longer-form, possibly midnight playlist for adult ears is right here.