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From the crowds of backpackers at Bondi Beach to the iconic harbour fireworks, it’s a popular time of year for both locals and tourists to enjoy the summer.
But now, it’s a crime scene and site of mourning.
Rows of belongings remain scattered as people ran for their lives lay along the beachfront.
The mass of growing flowers and candles sit in front of the landmark, Bondi Pavilion.
And the sand remains largely deserted.
New Year’s Eve events planned for Bondi Beach for the first time in 10 years are due to be held in just over two weeks.
A free Waverley Council family event called Locals Lawn, promises “roaming entertainment, food trucks and an early fireworks display” is scheduled
The elrow Bondi Beach XXL, a music festival for 15,000 people arranged by Fuzzy plans to bring DJs to the beachside.
9News has contacted both organisers to see if they will go ahead.
Meanwhile, Sydney New Year’s Eve celebration is one of the biggest in the world and something planned months ahead.
The City of Sydney says the fireworks are seen by a billion people across the world, with a million packing the harbour.
But almost $1 million was raised for bush communities struggling with bushfires and drought on the night.
9News has contacted City of Sydney, but it seems unlikely they will be cancelled.
Prime Minister visits terror attack hero
As for other events in Sydney, Carols in the Domain, a televised event held in the CBD park, has indicated it will proceed this Saturday.
“Carols will be a place where we can slowly start healing,” organisers said on Facebook.
Elsewhere in Australia, the Ashes tour, which is in Adelaide, will continue with players wearing black armbands and extra security.
It’s due to arrive in Sydney in the first week of January.
Australian travel warnings remain unchanged
Israel’s official advice lists Australia as ‘potential threat’ the second level out of four.
Angloa, Austria and Canada sit at the same level.
“The threat level for many countries in Western Europe (including the UK, France and Germany), South America (including Brazil and Argentina), as well as Australia and Russia, has been raised to level 2, with the recommendation to exercise increased caution,” The National Security Council said.
The UK has added a note on its travel advice page for Australia after the attack, but has not raised alert levels.
“Emergency services advise people to avoid the area. Police investigations are underway. You should follow the local authorities’ advice,” it says.
New Zealand, India, USA, also major sources of visitors, have not altered advice.
