Tamworth residents will have the opportunity to gain vital life-saving skills when Royal Life Saving brings a series of first aid, CPR and pool lifeguard courses to the city in February.
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Posted inLocal News, What's on, Work and career
Help deliver the 2026 Census – jobs now open
The Australian Bureau of Statistics is recruiting more than 2,700 Field Managers as preparations ramp up for the 2026 Census.
Posted inArmidale, Parenting and kids, Volunteering, What's on
CWA Armidale marks 100 years with community celebration
The Country Women’s Association Armidale Branch is turning 100 — and the whole community is invited to help celebrate!
Posted inArmidale Regional, Lifestyle, What's on
New Year, new notes: Armidale City Band welcomes aspiring musicians
In 2026, the Armidale City Band is opening the door to new members, inviting people of all ages to try their hand at brass and discover what it’s like to make music as part of a community group.
Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Hands of Fame welcomes Jodi Vaughan and The Wolfe Brothers
Two very different careers, but the same lasting impact on Australian country music, were recognised on Saturday morning when the 2026 Hands of Fame inductees were honoured in Tamworth.
Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Country music’s quiet achiever steps into the spotlight
Tamworth Regional Council Festival and Events Manager Barry Harley has been recognised with two major accolades at the Golden Guitar Awards and a special town hall presentation, marking over 50 years of service.
Posted inAwards, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Jessica Holbrok claims top busking honour at Tamworth festival
Brisbane’s Jessica Holbrok has been crowned the 2026 Toyota Best of the Buskers champion.
Posted inConsultations and feedback, Energy, Regional Development, Tamworth
Significant local opposition to Kingswood Battery
Calala, Loomberah and Kingswood area residents concerned about a proposed large scale battery storage project will have a direct opportunity to put their views to state planning decision makers
Posted inAwards, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Wolfes and divorce dominate Golden Guitars
Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson reunited at the 2026 Country Music Awards, winning song and single of the year for The Divorce Song, while the Wolfe Brothers cleaned up to take home five Golden Guitars.
Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Country Journo’s Festival Finds – Day 9
Today is going to be a LONG day, so maybe sleep in, then check out this column for all the best things to do as you squeeze the last bit of fun out of the Tamworth Country Music Festival.