Away from the crowds of the New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square, New York City typically rings in the new year with fireworks displays from Central Park to Coney Island. But for 2025, some had to cancel or change their plans due to ongoing drought conditions.

Happy New Year from Hong Kong! Midnight has struck in Tokyo, Seoul and Victoria marking the start of 2025. Earlier, Sydney welcomed the new year with a fantastic display across its harbour. Hit the play button above to watch it unfold and stay with us throughout the night to see the world bring in 2025 live.

Watch as Australia's Sydney Harbour is lit up by a New Year's Eve fireworks display as the world begins to welcome 2025. It follows a spectacular display in New Zealand from the Auckland Sky Tower. People across the globe are getting ready to say goodbye to 2024 with a variety of celebrations.

As the world counts down to 2025, Sydney is set to deliver a jaw-dropping New Year’s Eve celebration with what promises to be its most elaborate fireworks display to date. Over a million spectators are expected to flock to the harbour foreshore for this dazzling annual tradition.