Close to half a month's rain has soaked Sydney over the last 24 hours and more is on the way as wet and stormy weather ...

See the map Since countries are free to choose which date to observe ... the far eastern areas of Russia and Sydney, ...

Complementing the official fireworks that put Sydney on the map when it comes to NYE celebrations, the Harbour City is home to a stellar line up of parties, dinners and firework-illuminated events.