Nah ... never going to fly, that idea.
Aussies would be still hung over from New Years Eve to get on the turps again the next day.
That said, the hard core might simply go with the hair of the dog
Oh ... another reason not to change the day ... my kids are born around this time and, as my mental facilities falter, a timely reminder when to have a beer with them AND remind them that they are 1/2 Thai and duty bound to abide with the Thai custom of honouring the parents by the children ... love that wee custom