Millions of Sydneysiders will enjoy MAJOR one-off changes to covid restrictions for New Year's Eve but special permits are needed to even enter the CBD for the shortest fireworks display ever
Major one-off changes to coronavirus restrictions will affect millions of Sydneysiders on New Year's Eve.
New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced on Thursday the state would run a short fireworks display lasting only seven minutes in Sydney's CBD.
Up to 3,000 people will also be able to attend outdoor events as long as they adhere to specific coronavirus guidelines.
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced on Thursday coronavirus restrictions would be eased for New Year's Eve celebrations (fireworks pictured at Sydney Harbour)
The state has gone 12 days since recording any community transmitted coronavirus cases.
Ms Berejiklian said the relaxed rules would allow festive celebrations but urged Sydneysiders to remain vigilant against coronavirus.
'Even though we're easing these restrictions as one-offs, it doesn't reduce how contagious the virus is or how concerned we might be if suddenly an outbreak consumed a large number of people in a particular location,' she said.
'This can only work if all of us stick together and do the right thing.'
Anyone visiting family or friends who live in Sydney's CBD on New Year's Eve will be required to carry a permit.
The seven-minute-long fireworks display will be severely restricted and only people with bookings at restaurants or hospitality venues will be allowed in.
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