Last night, Simon, my cousin Yvonne and I ventured out onto the Perth Esplanade to watch the annual fireworks show on Australia Day - the Lotterywest Skyworks.

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There were masses of people everywhere.

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When the show ended, it was a surreal experience walking back into the city on the roads with all these people.

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Here’s a clip of the final set of fireworks, going out with a big bang.


Perth Australia Day Skyworks 2008 from Marcus Ooi on Vimeo.

I’ve seen the fireworks multiple times on location now, on opposite sides of the river. Although it’s similar every year - fireworks are fireworks - there’s something to be said about sitting amidst a massive crowd staring up at the sky, being mesmerised together. Even though it was hot and humid on the walk there and back, and whilst being there, it was a most enjoyable 30 minutes. :)

Robin’s got very nice pictures of the fireworks, so check them out.