More than nine tonnes of fireworks will be set off from 264 firing points, including the western side of the bridge for the first time ever.

The world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks show over Sydney will take place as planned after unions and the regional government reached an agreement in a wage dispute that had threatened public transport services.

Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display could be cancelled this year owing to the ongoing industrial action by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) seeking pay rises and improvements to working conditions.

New Year's Eve fireworks on Sydney's harbour could be canned due to safety concerns, Australian police said on Friday. New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb said she had "grave concerns" about safety given industrial action by transport unions in the city.

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Preparations are underway for this year’s new year's fireworks in Sydney harbour. This year will mark the first time that fireworks will be launched from the west side of the harbour bridge.