Sydney’s New Year’s Eve to Spotlight Indigenous Australian Culture

Sydney’s New Year’s Eve celebrations will focus on Indigenous Australians with a smoking ceremony, advanced AI technology, beautifully lit vessels, and a surprise appearance from animated characters Bluey and Bingo. Pylon projections, live music, and dance will delight crowds before the 9 p.m. Calling Country fireworks and message stick presentation ceremony. Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore revealed the city’s official 5.5-hour evening program on Dec. 6, mentioning the celebrations took 15 months to plan.  “This year’s talented artists have created music, visual art, and performances that both champion Indigenous culture and storytelling and highlight the challenges and resilience of both young and old First Nations peoples,” she said....