After a challenging year, Australians will be one of the first in the world to welcome 2022 once the clock hits midnight. Revellers can look forward to the spectacular Sydney fireworks display, with celebrations going ahead regardless of the Omicron strain. More than 25,000 fireworks will be set off on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, while 5 float barges and the Sydney Opera House will release 9,000 and 6,000 more effects, respectively. The event will be streamed online for viewers around the country and the world. The 9:00 p.m. family fireworks display will also go ahead after the Sydney City Council previously decided to cancel the event. This year, the family event will include a Welcome to Country display, designed to exhibit the spirit of a uniquely Australian gathering with the appearance of boomerangs, eels, and whales. People are expected to flock to the best vantage points to see the Sydney …