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Watch: Light drones fall during display in Sydney

BBC News · May 26, 2026, 7:11 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Almost 90 drones fell into the water of Sydney's Darling Harbour during a light festival on Monday.
  • The malfunction was due to "unforeseen technical difficulties", according to organisers Vivid Sydney, an annual three-week festival that features large light installations.
  • Two upcoming aerial displays have now been cancelled.

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Almost 90 drones fell into the water of Sydney's Darling Harbour during a light festival on Monday.

The malfunction was due to "unforeseen technical difficulties", according to organisers Vivid Sydney, an annual three-week festival that features large light installations.

Two upcoming aerial displays have now been cancelled.

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