Ten thousand fireworks exploded off Surfers Paradise to greet the new year.
Just one of many colourful displays up and down the coastline.
Those willing to fork out $695 for the night were treated to one of the most exclusive parties in the country at Palazzo Versace.
While police were kept busy with revellers who pushed their luck too far – 171 people were arrested around the Gold Coast for drunken behaviour and public nuisance.
An alarming twenty five motorists were caught drink driving.
