Fine Christmas weather on the way, says Bureau of Meteorology

While some showers are expected for Sydney and Brisbane, the majority of the country will see sunshine

Australia is set for drama-free Christmas weather after one of its warmest years on record.

The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast a quiet Christmas Day with generally fine weather across much of the country.

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