Southern Police said there were no major incidents in the district's traditionally popular holiday destinations.Inspector Kelvin Lloyd said crowds in Queenstown and Wanaka were well behaved with only a few minor incidents.
"The vast majority of people have taken on board the police's prevention messages - drinking alcohol responsibly and looking after their friends and mates to ensure that everyone gets home safely from a good night out," Mr Lloyd said.
"It was great that there was plenty of organised entertainment for visitors to popular holiday destinations and that public events were well-managed and controlled," Southern Police added.
In Queenstown, 14 people were arrested for disorder and alcohol related offences, while in Wanaka seven were arrested for similar offences.
Dunedin had a relatively quiet night, with only nine people arrested for minor offences.
Police said there were no serious incidents at the Waitaki Lakes or in Southland.
In Gisborne, large-scale disorder broke out across two campgrounds being used for the BW Summer Festival.83 people were injured, including seven who needed hospital treatment.