The world-famous New Year's Eve celebrations at Sydney Harbour struck a sombre tone this year, as fear and grief lingered following the Bondi terror attack in mid-December.
An hour before the clock struck 12, the harbour bridge glowed white with its pylons bearing a menorah to commemorate the 15 people killed at a celebration to mark the beginning of Hanukkah.
Revellers observed a minute of silence while shining their torches in solidarity.
As the minute ended, a white dove and the words "peace" and "unity" lit the harbour.