M44

NYE in Vic

December 27 2015

Sooo... As my typical NYE is spent sleeping, sometimes watching the Sydney fireworks on TV, I was wondering what other options there may be. The parties listed aren't suitable, so I was considering at least heading into Melbourne (driving) to watch the live fireworks. I've never seen any major New Year's fireworks. Is this advisable, or will it be a traffic and parking nightmare to try to get in (and out) to get a good vantage point? Note I'll be coming from the West. Maybe Williamstown area? Or what other areas are somewhat accessible at this time?

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RHP User

10 years ago

The fireworks are wonderful. But access is incredibly difficult and time consuming. The crowds are always dense and drunk ! Even for the 9 pm set. But it's a have to do ; at least once. I enjoy going early with friends. Set up a picnic on the bank and relax for hours befor the crowd hits! - Posted from rhpmobile

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RHP User

10 years ago

ahaha I'll get you an invite to my dads yacht and you can party on the water with them, they tend to go rather big!

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DynamicCouple36

10 years ago

There will be an influx of around 500 000 coming into the city and so you can imagine the traffic. Catch a train in as they will be free we have been told. We are getting out of the city, heading into the countryside where we will enjoy s small, intimate swingers party with friends. - Posted from rhpmobile

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RHP User

10 years ago

Sorry, I've got no idea what I'm doing this New Year's Eve, I certainly can't offer any constructive help for you! Sitting at home with the book, a bottle of wine and the Sydney fireworks coverage might be my night sorted. - Posted from rhpmobile

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RHP User

10 years ago

Quoting 'Raging_Hormones' But it's a have to do ; at least once. I enjoy going early with friends. Set up a picnic on the bank and relax for hours befor the crowd hits! - Posted from rhpmobile How early is early enough to avoid the crowds? Mmm was hoping to avoid many of the drunk people too as it's not my thing! I was also thinking of parking a little further away and cycling to the waterfront. Would that help?

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RHP User

10 years ago

Good crowd (usually) and easy access in & out. - Posted from rhpmobile

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RHP User

10 years ago

Paynesville foreshore. Fireworks drinks band overlooking the water. With 9 and 12 fireworks and a great atmosphere I love it year after year. The tourists make it :) - Posted from rhpmobile

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