When the clock strikes midnight and fireworks erupt over Melbourne's skyline on New Year's Eve, 120 VIP guests will be sipping champagne 120 metres above the city on the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel as part of its New Year's Eve soiree.

The Melbourne Star Observation Wheel will be a late-night destination on New Year's Eve, with canapes and drinks kicking off at 10.30PM in the brand new, open-air “Star Departure Lounge”. Between 11.40 P.M and 11.45 P.M event-goers will take a glass of Champagne and board a cabin to ensure their position at the highest point above Docklands when the wheel pauses for the fireworks display.

WHAT: Melbourne Star Observation Wheel New Year's Eve Party

WHEN: 10.30PM, December 31, 2017

WHERE: 101 Waterfront Way, Docklands

WHY: Book the top spot in Melbourne to watch the New Year's Eve fireworks display

HOW:     $110.00 per person                                                                                                                                                           

Call (03) 8688 9688 to book or visit www.melbournestar.com

For those looking to end the year in unforgettable style, reservations can be made via the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel website: www.melbournestar.com/experiences/make-new-years-revolution/

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For further information, high-res imagery, interview opportunities or if you are interested in learning about the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, please contact:

Jessica Williams

T: (03) 9429 5251
M: 0488 664 857
E:Jessica.williams@hchq.com.au

ABOUT THE MELBOURNE STAR OBSERVATION WHEEL

With its stunning light show and striking scale, the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel is a glittering jewel in the sky above Melbourne's Docklands. The unique “Star within a Star” design represents the seven-pointed Federation Star of the Australian flag which is transformed at night by a kaleidoscope of colours in a spectacular LED display. 

• The Melbourne Star is one of only four giant observation wheels in the world, joining the London Eye, Singapore Flyer and Las Vegas High Roller 
• At 120m high, the Melbourne Star is as tall as a 40-storey building 
• The Melbourne Star's distinctive “Star within a Star” wheel design supports 21 climate-controlled, fully enclosed glass cabins 
• Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of Melbourne, the bay and the surrounding areas