Fireworks return to Warrnambool for New Year's Eve celebrations

The fireworks were cancelled in 2020 as the city emerged out of a long pandemic lockdown, and the city redirected the funding to more COVID-safe activities.

Warrnambool mayor Cr Richard Ziegeler welcomed the return of the fireworks and said it would be great for both locals and visitors.

There will be two displays - a child-friendly fireworks show starting at twilight followed by a second round of fireworks at midnight.

"They are a great attraction for everyone and we will once again have them at Lady Bay which means that everyone can enjoy the spectacle with so many great vantage points around the city," Cr Ziegeler said.

"The fireworks are a brilliant sight over Lady Bay and one of the features that visitors look forward to over summer.

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"They contribute to us being a great family destination.

"By the end of the year, fireworks as an outdoor public event are permitted under the COVID recovery roadmap.

Cr Ziegeler said that Warrnambool had already topped 90 per cent for fully vaccinated people and Victoria was soon to reach that mark which meant the city could host the fireworks with a degree of confidence.

The fireworks would be made of biodegradable materials, the council said, and were allocated funding in the city's annual events budget.

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