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Tamworth Celebrates 136 Years as Australia’s First City of Light

Tamworth celebrated yesterday to mark 136 years since it became the first town in Australia to flick the switch on electric street lighting.

The University of New England Council has announced Dr Sarah Pearson as UNE’s next Chancellor.

Gunnedah Raceway is set to host the title deciding fifth and sixth rounds of the Yamaha Blu Cru Aussie Flat Track Nationals next weekend.

New Legal Aid NSW portal named a game changer for clients to access information about their case at a one-stop-shop.

How do we eat while supporting agriculture? This question will draw an outstanding group of minds together at UNE’s on National Ag Day.

TAS is through to the semi-finals of the inaugural rugby Waratah W Shield after a nail-biting match against Coffs Harbour this week.

Tamworth Powerstation Museum is celebrating 136 years of Tamworth as the First City of Light with an anniversary open day this weekend.

The Cottage Restaurant and Bar has earned itself a reputation as being Armidale’s premier dining destination. For good reason.

Tamworth’s Boer War Memorial Fountain is one of 15 war memorials across the state to receive funding for care and upkeep.

Students from as far away as Nashville, NZ and across Australia will head to Tamworth for The Academy of Country Music Senior Course.