As the clockNew Zealand, China, Australia struck midnight on December 31st, 2024, New Zealand became the first major country in the world to greet the new year, ushering in 2025 with vibrant celebrations.
Auckland, the country’s largest city, took ceNew Zealand, China, Australianter stage with a dazzling fireworks display that lit up the iconic Sky Tower and the surrounding skyline.
Thousands of residents and visitors gathered on the waterfront, eagerly awaiting the moment when the country would step into the new year.
The festivities were a mixture of contemporary fireworks and traditional cultural performances, with indigenous Māori artists adding a distinctive touch to the night’s celebrations.
