Sydney's Vivid Festival opening night took a soggy turn as heavy rainfall led officials to advise the public to stay away. The live blog covering the event has wrapped up, but links to flood maps and breaking news updates are still available for those tracking the aftermath of the record-breaking rain.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a rained-out light show—it’s another example of extreme weather throwing a wrench into major events. With flooding already causing chaos in NSW, the warning underscores how quickly conditions can escalate, affecting safety and plans. If you were hoping for a dazzling Vivid kickoff, you’ll have to wait for clearer skies.