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THE SUN-HERALD December 14, 2008

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Pick your inner celebrity and find out where to party this New Year’s Eve. By MARTHA TATTERSALL. Can you party like Paris? The Bongo Virus If you thought you had to be in Hollywood to party with a Hollywood starlet, think again. Paris Hilton – with sis Nicky in tow – will host The Bongo Computer ‘‘Virus’’ party at Kings Cross venue Trademark (and Piano Room). If you’re not famous enough to get your name on the invitation-only guest list, never fear – if you’re fast you can still buy a ticket (just $129 will get you two hours of free drinks and all the entertainment). If you miss out on those limited tickets, you’ll still be able to party with Paris ... virtually! The night’s events will be broadcast via internet and mobile phone so you can join in the fun from the comfort of your own living room ($6.60). ● From 9pm, see bongovirus.com.

Stylish like Kate Moss?

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Sydney Tower Be like Kate Moss and get high in more ways than one by bringing in the new year on the Sydney Tower Observation Deck, 250 metres above the city streets. While thousands congregate below, you’ll be enjoying DJ entertainment, canapes and drinks with an intimate group of 200. ● From 7pm to 12.30am. Meeting point provided immediately after booking. Tickets $349 from sydneytower.com.au.

Want to play like Winona Ryder?

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Sydney Harbour Fireworks You don’t have to fork out hundreds of dollars to experience a rocking New Year’s Eve. As Winona Ryder can attest, the five-finger discount has its rewards and there is little that is more rewarding than free fireworks on the Sydney Harbour foreshore. Millions will flock to the world’s most beautiful harbour to watch one of the best New Year’s

Eve displays in the world. As usual, the first lot is at 9pm, followed by the bigger, better and boozier extravaganza at midnight. ● Sydney Harbour Foreshore, free. See cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/NYE/VantagePoints for hot spots.

Too cool for school, Aggy style? Purple Sneakers House Party French act the Teenagers, Melbourne rockers British India and Sydneyites Sparkadia and Bluejuice are just some of the acts performing at the Purple Sneakers New Year’s Eve House Party. Dress like fashionista Agyness Deyn and party with the cool kids in the stairways, hallways, toilets and balconies of this threestorey house. ● Doors open 8pm, Level 2, Manning House, Manning Road, University of Sydney. Tickets $53 from purplesneakers.oztix.com.au.

Anti-establishment like Maggie?

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Peats Ridge 2008 Not everyone enjoys Sydney on New Year’s Eve. If the thought of standing on the foreshore and cooing in feigned admiration at the sometimes dazzling but mostly repetitive fireworks makes you want to barf, it’s time to get out of town. Peats Ridge Festival is just one hour’s drive up the F3 and offers three days of unmissable acts and environmentally sustainable partying. Maggie Gyllenhaal should be packing her bags. December 29 to January 1, Glenworth Valley. ● Tickets $260 (+ bf) for a three-day pass including camping or $120 (+ bf) for one day. See peatsridge festival.com.au for all the info on stockists.

Night to remember ... hang out with Paris Hilton this New Year’s. Photo: Getty Images

Yummy mummies like Nicole, Ashlee, Jessica... and lots more

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Shark, Goat and Clark islands If you, like many A-list celebs, have recently hung up your party shoes and started knitting baby booties, a relaxed picnic on one of the Sydney Harbour islands is just the thing. NSW National Parks is opening up Shark, Goat and Clark islands in Sydney Harbour. New mums Nicole Richie and Ashlee Simpson would certainly enjoy this familyfriendly environment with a perfect view of the fireworks. ● Ferry times and locations will be allocated after purchase. $160 for adults and $105 for children. Phone (02) 9247 5033 or see nationalparks.nsw.gov.au for more information.

In touch with your inner Mylie? Luna Park Luna Park will once again be hosting a ripping party at its harbourside location. Acts such as Calvin Harris, Boys Noize, the Potbelleez, Ajax

and the Aston Shuffle will perform in three dance arenas. And for the Mylie Cyrus in all of us, there’s free rides, games and a themed outdoor disco. ● 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point. From $109 (+ bf) from harbourparty.com.

Party hardy, Tara style Newport Arms If you’re like Tara Reid and love a trashy night out with cheap booze, water views and all your friends close at hand, there is no better place than the Newport Arms. Our cousins on the northern beaches just can’t get enough of this age-old establishment, where thousands flock each year for fireworks, beer and a whole lot of drunken singalongs. The best thing is it’s free! ● Newport Arms Hotel, 2 Kalinya Street, Newport. See newportarms.com.au/nye-2008.

Always wanted to be like Kate and Leo? Sydney Ferries Enjoy live entertainment and a sumptuous dinner while being part of the official New Year’s Eve parade on one of Sydney’s iconic ferries. For added fun, take your loved one and act out Leo and Kate’s scenes from Titanic. ● Vessels First Fleet or Lady Class will depart Circular Quay at 8pm, returning at 12.30am. Tickets are $180 for adults and $120 for children. See sydneyferries.info.

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