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by **Alpha_7** on Tue Dec 27, 2005 11:59 pm

Just wondering if anyone is planning on shooting the fireworks this year, if so did anyone want any company, or do people have a few good spots to shoot from ? I'm a little nervous taking my gear anywhere too crowded given the level of intoxication some will be under I don't think its too safe.

The first option for me is Jones Bay wharf where I work, but while it has a nice outlook at Balmain it really doesn't cut if for the Bridge due to the small viewing angle.

Anways, just wondering if anyone was keen ?

by **Killakoala** on Wed Dec 28, 2005 4:40 am

I will be shooting from Garden Island with an unimpeeded view of Fort Denison, but access to GI is with a pass and it's too late to get one for you, sorry.

by **HappyFotographer** on Wed Dec 28, 2005 7:09 am

Craig

which event were you thinking of? The early one for the kiddies, or the later midnight one?

If the later, I might be able to join in. The man wants to take the 3 eldest to see the fireworks, so if he is home in time, I could dump them all with him and shoot the midnight ones.

Will keep an eye on this thread.

Cheers
Deb

by **Alpha_7** on Wed Dec 28, 2005 7:15 am

Killakoala wrote:I will be shooting from Garden Island with an unimpeeded view of Fort Denison, but access to GI is with a pass and it's too late to get one for you, sorry.

No worries Steve, I did leave the post rather late :shock:

Sounds like you have a good position, will look forward to you shots.

HappyFotographer... I'm leaning toward the late one... but if i'm around I'll try for both.

by **MHD** on Wed Dec 28, 2005 8:06 am

Bugger

by **Alpha_7** on Thu Dec 29, 2005 12:15 pm

Update : I'm now got places to be for the late night show, but a friend and I will be shooting the kiddies 9pm show, from Jones Bay wharf. Less then ideal but it ensures a clear view unobstructed (and safe from hooligans).

Sorry Deb, this doesn't fit in you your plans, but I hope you still get out and get some shots.

by **LostDingo** on Thu Dec 29, 2005 7:31 pm

Craig,

Balmain is worth a thought. The streets are closed to non-residents in the afternoon but you can still catch a bus in.

There are a few that are facing the Harbour Bridge and half of the firworks are basically just overhead

by **Alpha_7** on Fri Dec 30, 2005 10:58 am

I had considered that Paul, but not knowing the area well I didn't want to get there to find I had nowhere to shoot from. Atleast at work I have plenty of room, even if the view isn't as nice as it could be...

Does anyone know if the 9pm fireworks actually use the Bridge, or is it only the Midnight show that does ?

by **thaddeus** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 7:03 pm

Both shows usually use the bridge

by **Alpha_7** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:28 pm

Didn't see any fireworks on the 9pm show, but we had a good spot for the Balmain fireworks, could even seen the opera house ones and also a bit of darling harbour.

by **BBJ** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:32 pm

Well i am watching it on tv so i hope all u lucky people get me some nice fireworks to look at.
Cheers
John

As i type this sitting home by myself watching tv after big day at the track.

by **birddog114** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:32 pm

Switch on your TV, you can see the firework very comfy in the airconditioned room with bottles of Domain Chandon & fresh oysters & cooked prawns.

by **BBJ** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:34 pm

Birdy i have the TV on and i have the Aircon on as well got some vanila coke but might slip some rum in and yeh watching the fireworks but still expect to see our fellow photogs very nice piccies when they return and process them.

by **Alpha_7** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:34 pm

We have a big screen and LCD projector here too, if we wanted to see it on TV.

by **birddog114** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:36 pm

Alpha_7 wrote:We have a big screen and LCD projector here too, if we wanted to see it on TV.

See on the TV is far better!
Why should you get out there in this hot, humidity weather in a cramped place, no cold champagne?, no fresh seafood and no access to forum. :wink:

by **BBJ** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:38 pm

Yes mate true, thats the way to go but yeh i normally have 1 home by myself anyhow so yeh it is very warm here still so aircon is a lot nicer than being out and we dont have fireworks here on NYE.

by **sheepie** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:40 pm

you guys need to get a life! 9:30pm on new years eve and you're online

by **BBJ** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:43 pm

Hell yeah, u can see who are not out partying, actually had to go pick the bin up it is blowing like there is no tomorrow outside, tell u what if i fire started would take some putting out. We are expecting storms so i wish it would just cool down and rain but not too much tomorrow still have 1 more day of SA Historic bike racing to go.

by **Alpha_7** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:48 pm

Birddog114 wrote:
Alpha_7 wrote:We have a big screen and LCD projector here too, if we wanted to see it on TV.

See on the TV is far better!
Why should you get out there in this hot, humidity weather in a cramped place, no cold champagne?, no fresh seafood and no access to forum.

We have wine, beer, food, big screen TV, air conditioning and 270 degree view of the harbour...... I'm not complaining

by **BBJ** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:49 pm

Rub it in Craig, but thats ok i will just crawl into bed later and watch it till i fall asleep.

by **birddog114** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 9:58 pm

sheepie wrote:you guys need to get a life! 9:30pm on new years eve and you're online

What's life? you tortured yourself with the heat and humidity outside to see the firework :shock:

not my style of enjoying like that :wink:

while we are in comfort with all the best of the stuff around, and online with other members :wink:

by **thaddeus** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 10:00 pm

Or why not do both? Here's a couple of shots of the 9pm fireworks from my air conditioned lounge room

by **birddog114** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 10:03 pm

thaddeus,
You're lucky! but you got the best in both!
I still prefer indoor with airconditioning and cold drinks! No sweat!!!!

by **HappyFotographer** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 10:05 pm

Birddog114 wrote:Why should you get out there in this hot, humidity weather in a cramped place, no cold champagne?, no fresh seafood and no access to forum.

Except for the no access to forum, you could be describing my house Birddog :roll:

I watched it for a bit on tv, but gave up bored. My man who is in there with the 3 older ones told me it was quiet underwhelming......the kids didn't sound all that impressed either.

I like the first one thadeus.

Happy New Year everyone.

by **birddog114** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 10:20 pm

I believe there will be flooding of firework photos on this site tomorrow!
And starting get sick with firework! :wink:

by **Sheetshooter** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 11:22 pm

HappyFotographer wrote:I watched it for a bit on tv, but gave up bored. My man who is in there with the 3 older ones told me it was quiet underwhelming......

Ain't that the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

Still .... "bread and circuses" .... it's been around a while. I guess it must work.

Cheers,

by **BBJ** on Sat Dec 31, 2005 11:40 pm

WOW Temp has dropped dramatically and now raining, thank god.

by **thaddeus** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 9:39 am

A couple more... I didn't get the exposure right at all this year!

by **thaddeus** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 10:23 am

It was just pointed out to me that the City of Sydney is using one of my pictures as the main picture on their NYE page: http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/nye
I've sent them off an email - let's see what happens!

by **LostDingo** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 10:30 am

Great vantage point, you are a lucky man!

by **Heath Bennett** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 10:33 am

I did the 9pm ones only:

by **mudder** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 12:57 pm

The shots came up a treat, you have a great vantage point, what a view...

by **Heath Bennett** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 1:16 pm

Thanks mudder.

Slim pickings from the night from me I am afraid, first ever fireworks shoot. You have to wish for a chopper in the air for a situation like this... and also to be there at midnight. On the news, and thaddeus' shots, it looked so much bigger and longer than the 9pm show.

A little more PP on number 2:

It was good to be in a family/non-alcohol area in terms of camera security.

by **Killakoala** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 1:21 pm

thaddeus wrote:It was just pointed out to me that the City of Sydney is using one of my pictures as the main picture on their NYE page: http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/nye
I've sent them off an email - let's see what happens!

Go get 'em Thaddeus

by **Hlop** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 2:42 pm

My tribute to NEW YEAR Fireworks:

Some more are here: http://www.hlop.net/gallery.new/v/Australia/NYFireworks

by **Killakoala** on Sun Jan 01, 2006 4:10 pm

Mine are here http://killakoala.smugmug.com/gallery/1084936

The view was great and nice to see some new fireworks used.

by **sirhc55** on Mon Jan 02, 2006 4:41 pm

Here’s some from my home in Neutral Bay:

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