Parents of Australian children living with autism have been left in limbo after state and federal leaders agreed to delay an early intervention program.
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Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Tamworth
The Wolfe Brothers call for more Australian Made support
The Wolfe Brothers have used their massive haul of accolades at the Tamworth Country Music Festival to call for more support of Australian music and artists.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Feature, 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 inLocal News, Parenting and kids, School News
Slow down and stay alert as school returns in the New England
School zones across the New England have resumed this week as students and teachers begin returning for the 2026 school year.
Posted inAwards, Entertainment, Tamworth
Where tomorrow’s Country stars begin: inside Tamworth’s Golden Gig
If your kids came home from the Tamworth Country Music Festival buzzing with big country music dreams, they’re not alone. Each year, the Festival becomes a launchpad for young performers from across Australia, and one of the most exciting opportunities for junior artists is the Golden Gig talent search.
Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth, Tourism
Tamworth’s 54th festival celebrates ever-increasing crowds and plans ahead
The last notes have been played at the 54th Tamworth Country Music Festival and the city is celebrating an extra successful event.
Posted inArts, Awards, Entertainment
Adam Harvey recognised with Roll of Renown induction
Adam Harvey has been part of the Tamworth Country Music Festival story for more than three decades, and on Saturday night that contribution was recognised with his induction into the Roll of Renown.
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 inBoggabri, Entertainment, Gunnedah, Tamworth
Gunnedah and Boggabri star in new song released for Australia Day
Australian country artists and cousins Anthony Snape and Sam Snape have released their new single Big Love In A Small Town ahead of Anthony’s role as the Australia Day Ambassador for his hometown of Gunnedah.
Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth
Country Journo’s Festival Finds – Day 10 (and 11)
It’s the last day of Tamworth Country Music Festival! Get the Country Journos’ final tips for the action today and Australia Day.