the Australian Fire Authorities Council believes record-breaking dry conditions in winter and a warmer than average start to spring has left the nation susceptible to large-scale bushfires.
Sydney will see wet and humid conditions on New Year s Eve, with tops of 26C
Cloudy skies and a 70 per cent chance of rain is forecast for New Year s Day
Revellers in Melbourne will celebrate the new year with cloudy, 25C weather
Brisbane s forecast is 28C and a 70 per cent chance of rain on New Year s Eve
Those in Perth and Adelaide will enjoy a hot and sunny evening with no rain