From Sydney Harbour’s New Year’s Eve fireworks to dramatic moments and artistic performances, Guardian Australia brings you the most captivating images of the month
January 2022 in Australia kicked off with breathtaking visuals, capturing unforgettable moments across the country. The fireworks over Sydney Harbour at midnight on 1 January were a highlight, lighting up the sky in a brilliant display. Photographer Brook Mitchell captured the magic, as people looked on in awe.
In Bondi, swimmers were spotted in the early hours of New Year’s Day, enjoying the peaceful waters of the Icebergs pool. Bianca de Marchi’s photo beautifully illustrates the calmness and serenity of this iconic scene.
Another memorable event was the drone display over Sydney Harbour on 5 January, part of Elevate Sydney. This six-day event, aimed at revitalizing the city’s tourism sector, featured stunning aerial shows. However, despite the spectacular display, thousands of tickets were returned due to the ongoing spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19. Don Arnold’s photograph captures the crowd’s reaction to the mesmerizing light show in the sky.
On 6 January, the Sydney Festival kicked off with an impressive performance by acrobats from Gravity and Other Myths at the Roslyn Packer Theatre. The breathtaking act, captured by Don Arnold, added an artistic touch to a month full of dramatic moments and celebrations.
