Apublic appeal has been launched to fund the New Year’s Eve fireworks at Beachport.

For over two decades, the Beachport District Development Association has engaged contractors to light up the waters of Rivoli Bay on December 31 each year.

Spectacular pyrotechnics displays have been launched from the jetty at 9.30pm and midnight much to the delight of thousands who have lined the shore and other vantage points.

The costs have been met by donations, Wattle Range Council grants and the profits raised by the BDDA at its thrice-yearly street markets and annual duck race at the Pool of Siloam.

Council will pay $5000 towards the cost of the 2022 display and the BDDA has launched a GoFundMe appeal for $15,000.

“The past few years have been difficult for everyone, so this year we are pleased to announce that even due to the significant increase in cost, we believe our community deserves to enjoy this great event,” BDDA president Ros Brown said.

“The BDDA is a small band of community volunteers.

“We have had limited opportunity to undertake fundraising to finance this event; therefore, we ask anyone who can contribute to do so.”