It promised to be a different New Year’s Eve – and so it proved.
Usually the biggest night of the year on Sydney Harbour, the water was largely empty and whereas the foreshore would usually be lined by huge crowds, a single man was spotted taking in the scene from Bradleys Head.
Five Marine Rescue NSW crews were out ensuring that those boaters who were on the harbour could have a safe and enjoyable night as they waited for the fireworks at midnight, with Marine Rescue Terrey Hills on the air around the clock. Volunteers at all our units were on duty, ready to respond to any emergencies.
By 2am our crews had rescued 10 boats on the harbour, mostly stranded by flat batteries.
Thanks to our volunteers from Marine Rescue Port Jackson, Marine Rescue Middle Harbour, Marine Rescue Cottage Point and Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking for their commitment.
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